The Best Salmon In The World

Our annual trip to the Chitina area to fish the Copper River for our Sockeye Red and King Salmon. This type of fishery that Alaska allows its residents to harvest in this kind of way is an amazing thing to be a part of. This is less sport fishing and more filling your freezer for the year. A lot of people who live in more remote places of Alaska (then we do) depend on this to help get through the long winters. Some use it for their dog teams and some use to share, barter and trade.
It’s an amazing experience that I wanted to share with you guys and gals. Hope you enjoy!
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Kris DeVo’s Smoked Salmon
Recipe is for 10 Salmon or 20 full fillets
10 cups soy sauce
10 cups water
10 cups brown sugar
1 orange zested
1 head of garlic minced
10-15 quarter size pieces of fresh ginger
1/3 to 1/2 a cup of Simply Asia sweet ginger garlic seasoning (optional)
Mix together well and brine Salmon for 8-12 hours. Keep the fish in the brine in a cooler of ice or in the fridge. Can substitute some water for ice when placing in the cooler as well.
Pull salmon out of the brine and pat dry or rinse with cold water. Both work well but I prefer to rinse and pat dry. Place salmon in a cool place to let the surface dry and glaze over. 3-6 hours. You will see a shiny sticky surface when it is ready for the smoker. Smoke with your choice of smoker and wood. I use charcoal, cherry and apple wood. Make sure charcoal is up to temp and fired off before putting in the smoker.
1 hour at 120-140 degrees with light smoke
Then smoke at 140 to 160 with medium to full smoke for 2 hours
If canning then you can go to the canner from here.
If not canning finish smoking at 165-175 for around 1 to 2 hours till done. Basting with maple syrup or something of your choice helps if you are not canning and going for a finished product.
Kris DeVo’s Canned Salmon
Follow smoked salmon recipe. Skip the last step of smoking at 165-175 until done if canning.
For each 1/2 Pint jar:
1 Garlic clove
1-2 slices of Jalapeno and or 1-2 slices of habanero (remove the seeds on the habanero). 1 slice of jalapeno adds lots of flavor but is not really spicy at all. I add a thick slice of jalapeno and 2 good slices of habanero for a medium spice level.
1 dash of peanut oil (or olive oil)
Peel the skin off the salmon and debone only the large bones in the thin sides of the belly. The smaller Y bones will become so soft you won’t know they are there.
Add salmon into the jar in the largest pieces as possible and stuff firmly till salmon wants to fall apart.
Leave 1/2” head space in the jar.
Get canner going to full steam for 10 minutes. Place the bobble weight at #10LBs and let canner build to 10psi. Then let run at 10 psi for 100 minutes. Turn off heat and let cool till no pressure is left and remove jars. Let cool and enjoy! .

[@KrisDeVo]

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[@tyronejefferson8720]

Kris Thanks for liking my comment ?

[@karinaj9916]

OMG! Kris, is there anything you can't do? You are a man of many talents. I forgot to say...Smoked Salmon!

[@KrisDeVo]

Thank you Karina!

[@lgmakes9412]

Smoked salmon reminds me of my dad. He taught me how to fish, camp, cook and to enjoy the outdoors. I miss him. Thanks for the clip and the trip down memory lane.

[@Charlielizard]

Smoked Salmon was a special gift from my ex sister-in-law. She would send me cases so many years ago. Above and beyond what she would need for the family. She would catch, clean, marinade, smoke and can right off the banks. Was the best tasting fish I'd ever eaten. Excellent video and so happy for you.

[@KrisDeVo]

Wow thats great Chuck. Thanks

[@jackwelch9713]

What a well done video. Loved the trip prep, river adventures, (the fishing was great too) but the fish processing and cooking were total surprises and bonuses. The smoking and canning were done so well. Felt like I was watching someone who has run restaurants and commercial kitchens in another life. Thank you for producing and sharing this great trip. I'll get to Alaska some day!

[@KrisDeVo]

Thanks Jack!

[@barrypotter8942]

Smoked salmon. Even if a single fish was not caught, it would have been worth the trip. The beautiful scenery was unbelievably fantastic, the fish were just icing on the cake.

[@KrisDeVo]

Thank you Barry!

[@maverick5006]

Smoked Salmon. May not be a cutting board video, but I could watch this all day!!

[@KrisDeVo]

I appreciate that!

[@tjiacab3272]

Smoked salmon from the Copper river in Chitina Alaska. We camped in a wall tent near McCarthy in 1980. We hiked up to see the old copper mine structures. The Kennicott glacier late in the night gave off an alpine glow in the sky. It was a magical time for me - 22 years old and new to Alaska. Lived in Alaska for many years before heading for warmer weather. Love the video. True modern Alaska adventure.

[@KrisDeVo]

Thats great! Thank you

[@robdude1969]

Smoked Salmon was candy to me growing up in Alaska. Thanks for making me homesick!

[@djony10]

Smoked Salmon: Absolutely love the simplicity of life in Alaska and appreciation of nature by your family. Hope I can convince my wife to visit Alaska one day and maybe consider staying there

[@toddjones1403]

I love the way Kris shoots and edits his content, really advances the story telling aspect.

[@Akhazmat907]

This is why I am glad I am born and raised in Alaska

What an incredible journey! Such an interesting story shared with the viewers. Never came across anyone actually sharing their entire salmon processing recipe. I wish you all the best and hope your cutting board venture will take off and pay for the bills. Keep hustling! Cheers...

[@msb6100]

Smoked salmon. Looks like a little slice of heaven--enjoy!

[@KrisDeVo]

Thank you!

[@Travis1Bickle]

I don’t anything about fishing or hunting. But I love this content! Thanks guys!

[@rossvanravenhorst]

Smoked Salmon - Love the care that goes into catching, cleaning, and cooking what you harvest. Nicely done.

[@joseaguilo3034]

Smoked salmon, Great video it was awesome to see the lifestyle you have over in Alaska certainly A trip that’s is in my bucket list

[@KrisDeVo]

Thank you!

[@windbladesword]

Smoked salmon: You have a very cool way of living up there in Alaska.

[@BrightstixLED]

Smoked salmon , awesome video .. 🤘🤘 Godbless

[@JimmyLuffjr]

The Bald Eagles are beautiful. Thanks for posting your journey on this trip.

[@tonyblanco305]

Smoked salmon. Nothing better than a meal you harvested, prepped, and prepared yourself. Very cool.

[@KrisDeVo]

100%. Thank you!

[@farnorthhome]

I would love to join the giveaway but I’m Alaskan and can get my own reds 😆 wishing the reds go to someone who has never tried this! 👏🏼👏🏼 amazing video

[@KrisDeVo]

Thank you!!

[@cirilojimenez4909]

Mr. Lonely

[@kissesvenus3268]

me 🥺

[@billymartijames272]

Smoked Salmon. Dude! I lived there in Nenana, AK from 2007 to 2010 and made the Coper River dipnet trip 1 time. Most memorable fishing trip of my entire life. I was glued on this video so bad... I wanted to cry. Thanks for this video too bro! I could smell it from here down in South Carolina. Remember... if your going to smoke, please smoke Salmon!

[@KrisDeVo]

Thats great Billy! Glad you enjoyed it, thanks!!

[@upswildcat1]

Smoked salmon. My father in law who is up in years spent 13 years in soldotna paving roads along the chain. He tells me of fishing and hunting stories that are just unimaginable. He said that if I were to visit, I would never leave. Thanks for the awesome footage.

[@KrisDeVo]

Great story, Im sure he is right. Cheers!

[@tims_hobbyshop]

Smoked salmon looks amazing!! Well done Kris and happy belated Fathers Day! Your family is blessed to have a hard working dad like you. Keep it up!

[@KrisDeVo]

Thank you Tim!

[@kvg44gbs]

Thank you for sharing this place. My Grandpa had a fish wheel there for many years. Great memories.

[@chrisschotanus6361]

Man,really makes me homesick! Thank you for sharing!!

[@keithupton2645]

Thanks for your video, brings back memories, been here at our Alaska home 45 years, retired now, but hope people on your adventure can taste what Alaska is all about. Good. Job.

[@alexfoodlover7175]

Harvesting salmon the old fashioned way was a great experience for me to watch from Australia. It appeared that you were truly living the “Alaska Dream.” And by the way your editing and dialogue was very enjoyable.

[@calliejohnson4204]

Smoked salmon.. this was this first episode I have watched of yours, it was awesome!! Your recipe was a real treat for a pregnant lady!! Looked delicious.

[@Wiscbuck]

That looks amazing! Truly hard work pays off in quality food!

[@robcappa]

Smoked Salmon. That water looks like it’s ripping downstream. Wow. Thanks for sharing your journey. Pretty awesome stuff

[@shimshonmelamed2888]

I loved your simplicity!

[@burtonbird5518]

SMOKED SALMON. Absolutely awesome. Looked like a great trip. Spend a spring summer fall and hit all the seasons. Subscribed just after reading the title. Cant wait for more. Good stuff

[@jessemaxim276]

Smoked Salmon: Native Alaskan who hasn't been "home" in 15 + years and I MISS it!! Thank you for the content and this video in particular, its was a refreshing reminder of how awesome AK and that life style is. Keep it up and cheers!

[@tinydane69]

Smoked salmon my mouth is watering after watching this. Thanks for sharing the good life

[@customcraftsbybruceslaton4872]

I was at Elmendorf AFB for 4 years!! Absolutely loved Alaska. My wife and I went fishing and hunting all the time.

[@ugetsy]

I loved how you guys live in your country. living the dream.

[@jasonmoser2301]

I miss fishing there Moved back to the states Have lots of fond memories of those trips to the copper river

[@MThunterryk]

Smoked Salmon: You are so fortunate, I would love to try some of that awesome Salmon w/Habanero yum!

[@tonykirby4809]

I got the habaneros growing. Along with ghost and scorpions

[@MThunterryk]

Man you Like it HOT!!!

[@Snakesheds]

Those images make me want to go back to Alaska again and explore more!!!

[@k-nick97]

Smoked salmon. Good lord I should not have watched that while hungry because holy cow that looks fantastic. Love seeing these other videos showcasing the Alaska lifestyle! Look absolutely incredible. Cheers from TX!

[@ronaldpetersen255]

SMOKED SALMON!!! I’ve always wanted to dip at Chitna, but haven’t broken my South Beach Kenai habit yet, but do miss my Sub Net Bristol Bay days of putting fish up for the year!! Love that cutting board you have for your Camper and if you sell them I need to buy one, gorgeous board👍 I’ll give your recipe a go, but like all Alaskans, we have our own special recipe!! Kudos to you for sharing!!! I’ve never understood the take my recipe to the grave mindset, unless you own a restaurant……… Sharing is love and we need more love in this modern life!!! Ron in Wasilla!!

[@KrisDeVo]

Thank you Ron! Yes I do sell the boards. krisdevo.com

[@randydunning7584]

Smoked salmon! What an amazing place to live and play! Me and the wife love salmon but to be able to go out and fill you freezer every year is awesome! Buying at grocery store you just never know what your getting! Love all your videos! Keep the adventures coming!

[@KrisDeVo]

Thank you! Cheers

[@AndersMagrioteli]

The scenery is mind blowing and Alaska is a place I really wanna visit.

[@rowef]

Smoked salmon is one of the more special things in life. You are doing it right sir. Much love from Texas.

[@peacefulwife5199]

Smoked Salmon makes me happy. I have terrible arthritis and the fatty oils are a natural anti- inflammatory. Fish is so good for what ails you. Good for my cholesterol too. Thank you for a wonderful video.😊

[@barbara_d]

Smoked Salmon - thank you for sharing for those of us who are unable to live in the Great State of ALASKA

[@mar1video]

Thank you for sharing your life experience with us ! ❤️

[@cosmiccreations888]

Smoked Salmon was my Favorite thing to smoke.. I was living in Illionis when I smoked salmon and we went up to wisconsin to catch them and Brown Trout. Love your videos and always look forward to them !!!!! Thank YOU !! For ALL YOU DO !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@KrisDeVo]

Thank you!Thank you!

[@KrisDeVo]

@Cosmic Creations you are a winner! Please send me an email. Thanks!! [e-mail]

[@zpwagler1826]

Smoked salmon- this was the first video I’ve seen from the channel and I truly enjoyed watching. Alaska is such a beautiful state and I hope to see it in person someday!

[@warhammer8259]

Smoked Salmon. Kris that is an amazing adventure. What a great way to continue to provide for your family. Well Done.

[@heyheynowinga9972]

she growing fast wow i miss that age my boys were a lot of joy

[@jenniferhendricksen7859]

Smoked Salamon...I loved every second of this video. I love in Southwestern Michigan and this video was just another reminder that I live to far south!

[@KrisDeVo]

Thank you Jennifer!

[@stevealaskaman5680]

I was one to rope off and fish from the bank/cliff back in the late 70’s. Was a good time for sure and just as windy. Can’t watch these videos and not get a little homesick. Thanks for sharing.

[@KrisDeVo]

Thats great Steve, thank you

[@kathyl5610]

I loved watching you create your beautiful boards but this video was fantastic! The scenery was absolutely breathtaking. My husband loves fishing but he has never been fishing in Alaska. It was so interesting to watch you processing the fish, so many different ways, I could almost smell the salmon cooking! My taste buds are going crazy! Thanks for this video, I really enjoyed it.

[@KrisDeVo]

Thank you! Glad you enjoyed it Kathy!

[@stephen.oreilly-nugent8293]

With out a doubt Alaskan salmon is the best in the world. Just the most abundant salmon fishery and subsistence fishing is awesome. Enjoyed seeing the fish in the smoker.

[@kschub5959]

Smoked Salmon never looked so good; Thanks for showing off the Copper River Salmon, love this time of year!

[@KrisDeVo]

Thank you!

[@twistedjonny4260]

Love that you were able to turn your hobby into a business like that. I use to live in Eagle River myself back in 2016. I was stationed in Alaska for 8 years. I just happened across your channel today and realized where you are. Pretty cool. Love your work!

[@KrisDeVo]

Thats great Jonny, thank you

[@DavidSEvans1]

Smoke salmon looks amazing. Living in Alaska looks amazing. Thank for the videos.

[@tammyfletcher7667]

Smoked salmon was gifted to us at our wedding 40 yrs ago. It was so delicious I had never had it before. My husband's Aunt gave it to us. I really enjoyed the video!

[@snert51]

Smoked Salmon is always a treat, but getting the fish, looks to be as much fun as eating them. Keep the videos coming. You now have a new subscriber!

[@GoTrippinwithLeo]

Smoked Salmon!! What a trip, incredible scenery, fast water, big fish. Great video! Thanks for sharing. Also the cutting board is spectacular!!

[@KrisDeVo]

Thank you! Thank you!

[@badajrjr]

Smoked salmon looks fantastic! Love the camper/jetboat set up.

[@quintccurr3536]

Smoked Salmon is delicious. Really great video. Glad you took us along for the ride.

[@rachelwhitehead6977]

Smoked Salmon. I am absolutely loving all the vloggers I am finding from Alaska....Alaska is my dream🤩💗

[@jaysuggs899]

Smoked Salmon. That looks so delicious bro. A recipe 10 years in the making. I respect that.

[@wendycash54]

WOW, my husband and I were watching this and our mouths were watering. I can many meats but have never tried salmon. I will definitely be trying this one. Would love to try it!!!!!

[@fdejacma]

Smoked salmon- nicely done, loved the canning part reminded me of my grandmother’s but with an upgrade.

[@hardenmama1800]

Smoked salmon. Looks delicious! Wonderful to be able to live off the land - and water!

[@richardliedtke9556]

Smoked Salmon is a treasure that a lot of people will never try because they don’t like fish. That leaves more for people like us that love it! Thanks for taking us along on your trip! We used to go to the kewanee river in Wisconsin and catch king salmon coming into spawn. Those were the days! Thank You!!

[@KrisDeVo]

Thank you!

[@katbrown5084]

Enjoyed watching the whole process

[@Brnoutdoors]

Smoked Salmon: wow this looks amazing! Great story, thanks for sharing.

[@sjsalv]

Smoked salmon has to be one of the best foods in the world. Thanks for sharing your recipe!

[@greghope6867]

Smoked Salmon - Best year and a half of my military career was spent in King Salmon, AK. I've been ruined as far as fishing goes! Great video!

[@alenglehart4020]

Looks like a great time and a couple of days or more hard-working great fun. Catching salmon and smoking them

[@mgdesigns37069]

Smoked Salmon - great adventures from the Great State of Alaska. Beautiful scenery, and amazing videos.

[@jaffereid2183]

Beautiful scenery and a great video!

[@1125kt]

Smoked salmon has me salivating over here! Glad you had a safe and productive trip and thank you for the cool video!

[@Mattpw80]

Smoked salmon. What a great story, love it

[@edmund371]

Smoked Salmon. Great video! My mouth is watering.

[@anthonyweigand6377]

Damn I miss Alaska. I loved hunting and fishing up there. I got to get back. Great video. Enjoy your catch.

[@dannynguyen1113]

Smoked Salmon. can’t stop watching

[@johnbernard6683]

Smoked salmon looks awesome! Love the orange zest in the brine. I’ll need to experiment with that. I’ve never thought about canning it. Great stuff!!

[@KrisDeVo]

Try it, you wont be disappointed!

[@SMA9497]

Love seeing all that Smoked Salmon

[@tonymack4769]

Smoked salmon was making my mouth water 💦. Great video and thanks 😊

[@stewartcarter8457]

Just found your channel loved every minute of it best wishes and stay safe from England 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

[@deer-theotherredmeat2502]

Smoked Salmon...living the dream.

[@dsolovyan]

Such a beautiful place..!

[@bensandow7906]

Smoked Salmon! Beautiful video of some beautiful country.

[@muchoniceone]

Smoked salmon - loved this video. Nice production quality, really great camera shots and super interesting subject matter.

[@emelyagustin6111]

Wow i miss copper river . Me and my late hubbys favorite fishing ground in AK. That is an exciting amazing place. I would never get tired of going back to that place. King salmon and red salmon is so yummy.

[@officerwiz99]

SMOKED SALMON. Great video, thanks for sharing the experience.

[@burtonbird5518]

Just rewatched 1/23. Can't wait for new fishing/boating/camping trip. More of this. Cheers 🥂

[@KrisDeVo]

Cheers!

[@conniecovey8794]

Smoked Salmon! What an amazing video. Thank you so much for sharing. We are planning to be in that area the first week of September. Hoping to watch some dip netting going on.

[@averagealaskan5009]

Smoked Salmon: subsistence way of life

[@mllee2008]

Smoked salmon is one of my moms favorite things and it'll be awesome if I could share this with her! This was a fun video to watch.

[@tiffaniargonza7087]

Smoked Salmon - watching this makes me miss when my pops would tell me stories of him dip netting and would ship freshly caught salmon home from alaska. cheers!

[@PPGExplorer]

Wow... what a great time. Looks delicious!

[@thelastronin1557]

Smoked Salmon....I am saving up my pennies to make a trip to the Copper River in the near future, thanks for sharing your adventure with everyone.

[@leannsprow5442]

Smoked Salmon looks awesome. Someday hoping to get to Alaska. Great video.