Step 1

Prepare your smoker for cold smoking. Your target temperature should be under 80 degrees F.

Step 2

Spread your salt out on a rimmed baking pan, or you can make your own pan by folding up the edges of aluminum foil.

Step 3

Place the salt in the pan on the smoker, close the lid, and smoke for at least 4 hours. I recommend stirring every hour to agitate the salt and better allow all salt to be evenly exposed to the smoke.

Step 4

Remove the salt from the smoker when it has reached your desired color and flavor. After 4 hours the salt will begin to yellow with a nice subtle smoke flavor, after 6 hours the salt will begin to brown, and after 12 hours you'll see significant color change and a more intense smoky flavor.