Prince of Darkness (2008 Smoker of the Year Contest entry)

A couple days back, I established myself as the King of Smokers, but thanks to a couple strong entries, we’ve got a new up-and-comer on our hands here…Jerry Lampkin of TNG Motorsports Guide Service seems to have a real way with big, salty bucks (some would say it takes one to know one!).

He nailed this bruiser on the Sacramento River just downstream of downtown Sacramento — back when we used to have salmon in this part of the world (just two years ago!).

Lampkin said that he used his excellent cedar plank recipe with this fish.

It goes like this:

Season the plank with salt and then soak it in red wine for a few hours. Place the board on a hot grill and then lie the fillet skin side down on the board. Cook until the board starts to smoke (usually 15 minutes). Bury the salmon in the garden and eat the board. Yum!!

This fish should serve notice to 2007 Winner Harrison Ibach that he may have a tough time repeating as champion this year!

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