One of the reasons why people love to grill because of the unique taste of smoked that it brings. If you fancy a delicious taste, but not quite yet learned the art of smoking foods with your Weber grill, then read on.
Wood properties
To produce various types of wood has its own characteristics. For this reason, a sort of can be great when used for a type of meat to cook, but this does not mean that mixes well with other meats. Here are someExamples. Alder is known that a unique flavor that is perfect for meats such as salmon, sturgeon and chicken to produce.
Hickory, on the other hand creates a smoky, spicy flavor similar to bacon. Hickory goes well with venison, pork, chicken and cheese. Apple does a pig delicate, sweet and fruity smoke flavor, perfect with game and beef.
You should also note that some types of wood smoked foods may appear reddish or pink. ForSo when the chicken is completely cooked with apple wood has a reddish color.
Tips for beginners
Pour the liquid charcoal starter is a no-no, because it tends to infuse your food with an unpleasant taste. Remember, in order to protect themselves when handling the hot surface of your Weber grill. You can do this through the use of gloves or barbecue with tongs, while throwing meat, by adjusting the air vents, the addition of coal or fill the pot of water to do.
Keep a meat thermometer on handwhile cooking on your Weber grill is a good idea, because this is a good way to judge whether the food is ready at the same time to avoid overcooking. A meat thermometer is useful when smoking foods, smoked because the appearance of the grid is different from the others, but not smoked dishes.
Experiment
Your Weber grill is suitable for various types of wood when used for smoking food. As people of different food preferences, find a way to have that type of wood is perfectlysuitable for your favorite meat is to experiment. Try mixing and matching different combinations to come to you what is best for your taste.
If you experiment, it is advisable to start with only a small amount of wood you choose. Check to see if it suits your taste. Otherwise, try a little 'of a different type of wood. In this case, add more of a smoky flavor to reach - it is recommended not to use too much, because if you overdo it, you could leaveFoods with a bitter taste.
Even during the trial, it is advisable to have a notebook, write down where it is possible combinations of food and firewood to keep the amount used, and even the ingredients. You should also note the result of each of your "test" what works and what does not write well.
If you gain more experience in food smoking, you will also develop a better feel for the wood to be used in the meat kind of order. Remember also that your experimentation with combinationssimply a process of trial and error - is not done properly or not.
But one thing is certain, your perseverance is paying off. And if it does, your incense will be as tasty and delicious as all the others.