Go Back
Two styles of smoked salt ready to enhance your favorite recipes

Smoked Salt

This rich, smoky finishing salt is the condiment you never knew you needed. It's the perfect seasoning to add depth and intensity to a whole host of dishes and snacks.
Makes about 2 cups of smoked salt
5 from 1 vote
Print Pin Rate
Course: Condiments
Cuisine: International
Keyword: gourmet salt, smoked salt
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 3 hours
Total Time: 3 hours 5 minutes
Servings: 0
Author: Imma

Equipment

  • 1 pellet grill or smoker
  • 1 pellet tube
  • 1 splatter screen or aluminum foil tray
  • 1 airtight container to store the finished salt

Ingredients

  • 1 cup coarse sea salt, kosher salt, or other salt
  • 1 cup flaky salt or more
  • wood pellets or chips (applewood, alder, hickory, oak, and mesquite are common choices)

Instructions

  • Set your smoker to a low temperature, around 180-200°F (82-93°C). I usually use the lowest temperature of my smoker because the low temperature gives you better control over the smoking process, ensuring a high-quality end product.
  • Place desired salt in a splatter screen or disposable aluminum tray. I used two types of salt: flaky and kosher.
  • Carefully spread the salt in a thin layer to ensure even smoke distribution and penetration.
  • Carefully transfer the splatter screen or aluminum foil pan to the preheated smoker.
  • Close your smoker and smoke for at least 3 hours or more, stirring occasionally until the salt has reached the desired potency. The time will vary greatly depending on individual preference and smoking temperature.
  • Let the smoked salt cool down before transferring it to an airtight container.
  • Store in a cool, dry place.

Notes

  • Feel free to play around with the smoking times to determine which smoking time delivers the best flavor for you.
  • Avoid high smoking temperatures. Keep it low and slow for better control over the smoking process and more intense smokey goodness. 
  • Give it a taste test! This recipe is easy because you can taste the salt occasionally as it smokes. Then, remove it as soon as it reaches your desired intensity.
  • Please remember that the nutritional information is a rough estimate and can vary significantly based on the products used in the recipe.

Nutrition

Serving: 0.25teaspoon | Sodium: 1179mg | Potassium: 0.2mg | Calcium: 1mg | Iron: 0.01mg