Is it safe to cold smoke salmon?
Chef's answer
However, home smokers can use both of these methods safely as long as they follow instructions and abide by basic food-safety guidelines. According to a Colorado State University Extension's SafeFood Rapid Response Network newsletter, cold-smoked salmon is considered safe for healthy, non-immune-compromised persons.
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