Stovetop Smoked Sturgeon a la Russe

INGREDIENTS

• 1/4 to 1/3 English cucumber peeled and cut into thick batons
• 2 or 3 Small kosher dill pickles cut into thick matchsticks
• 1 Sturgeon steak about a pound
• A handful of alder chips for smoking
• A cheap roasting pan, rack, and aluminum foil
• 2 ounces Cream
• Chopped fresh dill for garnish
• 1 Slice of bacon cut into batons
• 1 Clove of garlic minced
• 1 or 2 Celery stalks cut into 2 inch batons
• 1/4 Medium onion sliced fine