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Barbecue Recommendations

This is a contractor site FFS. Stop with this halfarsery.

Get a Weber kettle for "cooking" - burgers, steaks, chops and rotisserie chickens i.e anything you can do in an hour or so with your kitchen oven.

If you want to "smoke" then get yourself a BGEgg, Kamado Joe (as a minimum the ALDi/CostCo budget version) or an offset smoker. You need something that will hold its temp for at least 5hrs without you needing to get involved.

BGEgg and Kamado will both allow you to do decent pizza given they can both easily hit 500 degs.

HTH
 
that's awesome, what do you smoke in there and how long does it take and what temperatures

Milan.

Beef short ribs mainly because I like them and they are easy. Last time I did it I did about 5 kilos worth took about 5-6 hours. I've done a whole brisket in it, hot smoked salmon and chicken. It has 2 levels inside it so is pretty good for doing lots of food in one go. It can do about 4 chickens in one go

Beef short ribs shown below. Not the best, but the only pics I could find

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This is a contractor site FFS. Stop with this halfarsery.

Get a Weber kettle for "cooking" - burgers, steaks, chops and rotisserie chickens i.e anything you can do in an hour or so with your kitchen oven.

If you want to "smoke" then get yourself a BGEgg, Kamado Joe (as a minimum the ALDi/CostCo budget version) or an offset smoker. You need something that will hold its temp for at least 5hrs without you needing to get involved.

BGEgg and Kamado will both allow you to do decent pizza given they can both easily hit 500 degs.

HTH

Agree with the holding its temp thing. Mine is a Faff because it's just a thin metal body, so no insulation so you tend to find your watching the temperature monitor all the time as the temp can vary. It has a water pan in it above the fire. This is heated by the fire, so it does help regulate the temp a bit. It also produces moisture which helps stop the food from drying out
 
Beef short ribs mainly because I like them and they are easy. Last time I did it I did about 5 kilos worth took about 5-6 hours. I've done a whole brisket in it, hot smoked salmon and chicken. It has 2 levels inside it so is pretty good for doing lots of food in one go. It can do about 4 chickens in one go

Beef short ribs shown below. Not the best, but the only pics I could find



wow awesome

Milan.
 
My current set up is a 57cm Weber Kettle with a rotisserie attachment but got a yearning to be a pitmaster and do some good brisket. Have tried in the kettle and result wasn’t bad but needed a lot of micro management for a very long time to keep temp stable.

Thinking about one of these - anyone know if they’re any good?

https://www.zonabarbacoa.com/kamado...CCJNKgjNxCrjwQceFosPzRkDOfKk7aLBO77yuisvs0lDE

Sure, I can help you with that. Here are some of the best barbecues for brisket:
  • Weber Smokey Mountain: This is a great choice for those who want a versatile and reliable barbecue. It has a large cooking surface and can be used for both smoking and grilling.
  • Traeger Ironwood 650: This is another great option for those who want a high-quality barbecue. It has a large cooking surface and can be used for both smoking and grilling.
  • Z Grills Z-Grill 1000: This is a great option for those who want a more affordable barbecue. It still has a large cooking surface and can be used for both smoking and grilling.
  • Camp Chef Woodwind 36 Series: This is a great option for those who want a barbecue that is easy to use. It has a digital controller that makes it easy to set the temperature and time.
  • Pit Boss Austin XL: This is a great option for those who want a barbecue that is built to last. It is made of stainless steel and has a 10-year warranty.
Once you have chosen a barbecue, you will need to learn how to smoke brisket. Here are some tips:
  • Choose a good cut of brisket. You will want a brisket that has a lot of marbling.
  • Season the brisket with salt, pepper, and your favorite rub.
  • Smoke the brisket at a low temperature for several hours.
  • Wrap the brisket in aluminum foil or butcher paper after a few hours.
  • Smoke the brisket until it reaches an internal temperature of 203 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Let the brisket rest for at least an hour before slicing and serving.
With a little practice, you will be able to smoke brisket like a pro!


Kind regards

Google Bard.
 

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