how long should we let meat (such as burgers) smoke for?
2049198
The first responder gave good advice. Don't forget to close the lid on the grill to aid engulfing meat in smoke. You will only get a light Smokey flavor added to foods, this does NOT convert your grill into a real smoker. By cooking at a lower temp, the foods stay in smoke longer. This device is for enhancing flavor. How much time depends upon your taste preference. The first rule to smoking is LOW ( temp ) and SLOW ( cooking time ). This unit seems to produce more smoke from pellets than chips. Windy conditions can reduce foods being engulfed in smoke. IF, you only grill on max heat, this might not be for you. The first responder gave good advice. Don't forget to close the lid on the grill to aid engulfing meat in smoke. You will only get a light Smokey flavor added to foods, this does NOT convert your grill into a real smoker. By cooking at a lower temp, the foods stay in smoke longer. This device is for enhancing flavor. How much time depends upon your taste preference. The first rule to smoking is LOW ( temp ) and SLOW ( cooking time ). This unit seems to produce more smoke from pellets than chips. Windy conditions can reduce foods being engulfed in smoke. IF, you only grill on max heat, this... » Read More The first responder gave good advice. Don't forget to close the lid on the grill to aid engulfing meat in smoke. You will only get a light Smokey flavor added to foods, this does NOT convert your grill into a real smoker. By cooking at a lower temp, the foods stay in smoke longer. This device is for enhancing flavor. How much time depends upon your taste preference. The first rule to smoking is LOW ( temp ) and SLOW ( cooking time ). This unit seems to produce more smoke from pellets than chips. Windy conditions can reduce foods being engulfed in smoke. IF, you only grill on max heat, this might not be for you. « Show Less
2049199
that is simply a question of taste. the longer it smokes the more flavor and the more the meat is cooked.
2049200
The first responder gave good advice. Don't forget to close the lid on the grill to aid engulfing meat in smoke. You will only get a light Smokey flavor added to foods, this does NOT convert your grill into a real smoker. By cooking at a lower temp, the foods stay in smoke longer. This device is for enhancing flavor. How much time depends upon your taste preference. The first rule to smoking is LOW ( temp ) and SLOW ( cooking time ). This unit seems to produce more smoke from pellets than chips. Windy conditions can reduce foods being engulfed in smoke. IF, you only grill on max heat, this might not be for you.
2049201
The previous answers were right on. Only thing I can add is let wood chips soak in water 30 minutes before using
2049202
Well I dont really smoke burgers..I usuall do pork shoulders or ribs..if your just doing burgers keep the heat low and put the chips in the box and then the box on the heat. Close the lid and let them smoke for a few minutes, 5 - 10 depending on your heat, then cook your burgers as normal.It wont tale long for a hamburger to get the smokey taste.
2008252
Absolutely! Use like a regular BBQ. Smoke depends on fuel you use. I use mesquite chips for extra flavor! Enjoy!
232599
You can smoke meat. We use it for smoking meat and fish, and are very happy with it.
1903881
Yes, just keep the temperature below 250. I've noticed if the smoker gets over 250 you will start to see all of the pellets smoldering at one.
2194487
In my experience no. The window hazes over quickly anyway from the smoke. I cook with a remote probe thermometer so seeing the meat is really no benefit anyway.
238685
Two different ways of cooking buddy. There is no way to sear your meat with a smoker but your meats will come out just out of this world
1729769
Yes for sure, I smoked a 18 pounder last Christmas it was amazing, super juicy too, I did brine it in vegetable stock and seasonings for about a day and it took like 7 hours to smoke.
2058881
I've personally never had a problem with too much smoke. The few times that the grill started to smoke, it dissipated quickly.
1122720
No .Keep one thing in mind, anytime that you cook any thing on the grill that contains animal fat,you get smoke.
604667
The cooking times for meats are much quicker than when you use an outdoor smoker. I've smoked a whole chicken in about 1 1/2 hours. Also, I also apply a bbq sauce then put under a broiler for a few minutes. The process is somewhat different in an indoor smoker but the results are quite good.
2154132
Depends on the type and thickness of the meat. Probably 10 to 12 hours. Can't really answer without more information.
115377
Cook at low temp (200-235) with good pellets (they should smell strongly of wood in the bag - if not they are too old). You should have all the smokey flavor you want....
814916
It depends on temperature. If you smoke they'll last for ~20 to 30 hrs. If you "cook" then much less. I find that smoking in the Traeger and finishing in the oven to work the best.
625310
It is really how close you put the meat to the pot inside. And you can smoke longer than recommended.
1091272
If you haven't already purchased this item, I suggest you look at my review. If you have, before mine fell apart, I smoked a brisket in it for 8 hours. The thing with smoking is, you're cooking on a very low heat, so it takes longer. You'll want to add more wood chips ever couple of hours. A side of salmon, depending upon thickness, would get smoked 20 to 30 minutes. Be sure to smoke skin on with fish. You'd not believe the difference!
1123316
It really depends on how much smoke you are blowing through it. It could last you anywhere from 3 days to 3 months. It really just depends
1127722
There are several smoking methods available. 1. Attach the gas; soak some hard-wood and put it in the charcoal tray; adjust the temp to 200. 2. Get fire; put wood and water in the metal smoker bowl; adjust temp to 200. 3. Attach gas; get a BUNCH of soft wood and put it in the charcoal tray; pre-heat to, like, 350 deg; take off the lid, but on your steak, and the softwood catches on fire and smokes like CRAZY! Oh, your steak gets black, but it tastes WONDERFUL! (And then you have to pay for all those carcinogens you just ate, but you only live once!)