smoked salmon

noun

Meaning

Salmon that has been cured and then exposed to smoke to preserve it and add a distinct flavor.

Examples

  • The deli counter offers a variety of smoked salmon, including both cold-smoked and hot-smoked options.
  • For the breakfast buffet, the chef prepared a platter of smoked salmon garnished with capers and red onion.

Synonyms: lox, cured fish