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What to smoke on smoker next?

Posted on 2/9/20 at 3:02 pm
Posted by bgbam07
The Red Stick
Member since Oct 2013
207 posts
Posted on 2/9/20 at 3:02 pm
I bought a Yoder YS640 this past Summer to cook some Texas BBQ. I’ve run the gamut of Boston Butts, Briskets. Chickens, Turkey, Pork Ribs, Reversed Seared Steaks, Pizza. What are some things to try next?
Posted by Saskwatch
Member since Feb 2016
17958 posts
Posted on 2/9/20 at 3:17 pm to
Goat or lamb if you have access
Posted by Epic Cajun
Lafayette, LA
Member since Feb 2013
36279 posts
Posted on 2/9/20 at 3:21 pm to
Beef ribs are my favorite, your local Costco may have them. Mine just got them again after a 6 month hiatus.
Posted by TastyJibblets
North of I-10
Member since Jun 2018
677 posts
Posted on 2/9/20 at 3:37 pm to
How do you like your Yoder? I’ve been eyeing that one for a while.
Posted by Tiger Ryno
#WoF
Member since Feb 2007
107467 posts
Posted on 2/9/20 at 3:42 pm to
Chuck roast
Prime rib
Leg of lamb
Tri tip
Sirloin cap
Posted by bgbam07
The Red Stick
Member since Oct 2013
207 posts
Posted on 2/9/20 at 3:44 pm to
quote:

How do you like your Yoder? I’ve been eyeing that one for a while.


It’s awesome. Built like a tank. Holds temp really well and can sear in excess of 600F. I’m a novice at smoking and have been incredibly pleased with the results.
Posted by KosmoCramer
Member since Dec 2007
79900 posts
Posted on 2/9/20 at 3:59 pm to
Things not already mentioned:


Chicken Wings
Pork Tenderloin



Agree with tri tip and beef ribs.


Posted by OSoBad
Member since Nov 2016
2007 posts
Posted on 2/9/20 at 5:09 pm to
I have YS480, almost 2 years old. We love it, use it several times a week. Have some pork fingers smoking low right now that I'm going to throw in jambalaya later. I agree with the poster above, try some beef ribs if you can get them. Our favorite by far...
Posted by Tiger Ryno
#WoF
Member since Feb 2007
107467 posts
Posted on 2/9/20 at 5:34 pm to
I've had the ys640 for a little over 2 years and I agree it's phenomenal. Also agree on the beef ribs.

Very versatile machine. Built like a tank and they keep coming out with accessories like the cast iron griddle. The direct grilling versatility really sets it apart. Hardly ever use my gas grill anymore
Posted by Cicero Grimes
Member since Feb 2019
63 posts
Posted on 2/9/20 at 7:47 pm to
Cold smoke cheese (apple), cold smoke salmon. Hot smoke tuna or whisky-brined salmon (alder).
This post was edited on 2/9/20 at 7:49 pm
Posted by Zach Lee To Amp Hill
New Orleans
Member since Mar 2016
4910 posts
Posted on 2/9/20 at 10:01 pm to
i can't recommend curing your own bacon enough
Posted by The Nino
Member since Jan 2010
21801 posts
Posted on 2/9/20 at 10:55 pm to
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i can't recommend curing your own bacon enough
Posted by LSUintheNW
At your mom’s house
Member since Aug 2009
36772 posts
Posted on 2/9/20 at 11:13 pm to
quote:

Beef ribs are my favorite, your local Costco may have them. Mine just got them again after a 6 month hiatus.


That slab of boneless short rib is OMG.

I have to go to a different Costco in the same city because the one closest to me doesn't carry it.
Posted by Degas
2187645493 posts
Member since Jul 2010
11936 posts
Posted on 2/9/20 at 11:18 pm to
Peanuts
Watermelon
Tomatoes
Coarse sea salt
Corn
Oysters

There is never an empty shelf in my box smoker.
Posted by voodoosillyman
Member since Jan 2005
427 posts
Posted on 2/10/20 at 5:38 am to
Pork Shanks aka Pig Wings. If you can find them, they are awesome to smoke. But they are hard to find. The bone acts like a little holder and once you put your sauce on and let it caramelize, it's awesome. I have seen them come pre cooked as well, so that is always an option.

I got a 5 lb box for Thanksgiving and they were the star of the show. Each shank is about 4 oz. Do some research and you will soon be looking for them to try
Posted by Soul Gleaux
Baton Rouge
Member since Sep 2012
4206 posts
Posted on 2/10/20 at 7:43 am to
Skin on pork belly if done right is outta this world, it hits you with so many flavors and texture variants. You have a layer of tender smoked pork, a layer of rendered fat that is like candied meat jelly, and then the delcious crunch of cracklin.

Posted by bgbam07
The Red Stick
Member since Oct 2013
207 posts
Posted on 2/10/20 at 7:50 am to
When y’all recommend beef ribs...do you mean beef back ribs or beef short ribs?
Posted by BugAC
St. George
Member since Oct 2007
56807 posts
Posted on 2/10/20 at 7:53 am to
quote:

Things not already mentioned:


Chicken Wings


I did wings last night, they were great. However, i always have trouble smoking them, as I don't get my fire low enough, and the flare ups from the chicken juice tend to keep the grill hotter than normal. I did, however, use a beer brine with some homebrew IPA and the end result was great. 1/2 were coated with Louisiana Wing Sauce and the other half was a Parmesan garlic recipe.
Posted by LSUintheNW
At your mom’s house
Member since Aug 2009
36772 posts
Posted on 2/10/20 at 8:24 am to
quote:

When y’all recommend beef ribs...do you mean beef back ribs or beef short ribs?


Short
Posted by USMCTIGER1970
BATON ROUGE
Member since Mar 2017
2371 posts
Posted on 2/10/20 at 8:27 am to
If you like it and are ok with the time it takes, turning a cured brisket into pastrami is well worth it.
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