When it comes to cooking outside, nothing beats a grill or a smoker. Smoking meat is a great way to bring out so much delicious flavor. Moreover, it’s the ideal way to slow-cook tougher cuts of meats and large cuts such as a brisket or ribs. These recipes are dad-approved.
These smoker recipes have a little taste of everything you might love, from sweet to savory.
Smoker recipes have long been popular among outdoor cooking enthusiasts for their ability to infuse food with a deliciously smoky flavor that is hard to replicate with other cooking methods. Making use of a smoker for preparing meals not only enhances the taste, but also provides the opportunity to experiment with various types of wood and other flavor enhancers.
The art of smoking food can be approached in diverse ways, often including traditional techniques and modern, innovative ideas. From mouth-watering smoked brisket to perfectly seasoned smoked salmon, these recipes cater to a wide range of palates and preferences. Knowing various smoker recipes is vital for those looking to elevate their outdoor cooking game and impress their family and friends with unique and delectable meals.
The best way to cook your food in a smoker meat recipe is to make sure there is a low temperature so the food gets cooked thoroughly while getting as much flavor as possible.
You’ll learn how to cook some vegetables, fruits, meats, and even pastries in the smoker with these electric smoker recipes.
You don’t even have to have any experience with smoking food in order to make these delicious smoked meat recipes.
Sit back and take notes on your favorite of the best smoker recipes below and try out your favorite today.
Pulled pork shoulder is meant for the smoker because it requires a long and slow cooking time in order for the meat to become tender and tasty.
If you want pulled pork shoulder without having to stand over a grill, then this smoker recipe is your way to go.
Just marinate the pork overnight, smoke it low and slow at around 225 degrees Fahrenheit until it’s fork-tender, about 7 to 8 hours.
Then you can pull it apart by hand and serve it with your favorite BBQ sauce. Don’t forget to serve it with a classic BBQ side like mac and cheese or fried okra.
It’s simple and it tastes delicious with a bit of butter and salt.
However, if you want the flavor turned up a notch, add in some fresh herbs like rosemary sprigs or add in some juice from your favorite citrus fruit so you have a savory sweetness to the corn.
Smoke it for about 30 minutes or put it on when your smoking your meats so the corn has that great smokey flavor.
The sweetness of the corn balances well with a smoky taste and tastes amazing as a side to your BBQ meat.
If you want the best caramelized onions you’ve ever had, then try out this smoker recipe.
The smoker will get the onions to get that perfect caramelized flavor and you’ll be able to put them on almost anything.
They go great with steak, burgers, and even brats, so next time you’re grilling up some food, throw these babies in there for a flavor unlike any other.
There is nothing quite like a slow-cooked beef brisket when you’re using the smoker.
The smoky flavor gets to infuse in each piece of the lean meat and the result is something tender and moist.
There are tons of smoked brisket recipes out there, but this is one of our favorites because it gives you a nice crust on the outside while keeping the flavor in when you cut into it.
Add some butter, molasses, brown sugar, salt, pepper, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, chili pepper flakes, and liquid mesquite smoke to the beef.
The longer you keep the smoked brisket recipe in the smoker the better it will come out, so plan on leaving it in there all day and checking on it every now and then.
Waffles have that sweet profile that everyone loves with a little bit of maple syrup.
Where you can separate your waffles from everyone else is using this cheese and green onion recipe.
It really is appreciated if something has a sophisticated palette because the savory flavors make a great combination, but it might taste odd if you’ve only had sweet waffles your entire life.
Stick these doughy treats in the smoker to give it that final savory flavor that takes them over the top.
When you are going all out and getting yourself a prime rib then you need to smoke it up.
Traditionally, you want to roast the prime rib but putting it on your smoker for a few hours beforehand will give it that nice smoky taste.
Just make sure you have enough time to cook the meat all the way through because there’s nothing worse than leaving the meat slightly underdone after spending that much time.
Using a thermometer to get the exact temp you want is best.
You don’t have to keep cooking the same meatloaf over and over again.
This recipe will make your meatloaf come out perfect every time with the smoky flavors in it.
You can always experiment with adding different seasonings to your meat mixtures, like basil, thyme, or even some dried mushrooms for a flavor that is unlike any other.
Serve it up with some mashed potatoes and you’re good to go.
This simple recipe was made for the smoker because once you add the liquid to the chicken it creates steam and gives the meat its own flavor.
To make this classic dish you need a can of beer, one whole chicken, salt, pepper, paprika, and your favorite barbecue sauce.
Make sure when you put in your whole chicken that there is no puncture on the bottom, then season the bird with salt, pepper, and paprika before inserting the beer can into it.
You need to keep adding wood chips every now and then to create more smoke, but make sure you don’t overdo it or you will not end up liking the taste.
Turkey breast on its own is known for being a healthier meat to eat but it doesn’t carry a lot of flavors.
That’s why adding it to the smoker will give it a nice smoky taste that will have people asking for more.
It’s important to remember that the skin has a lot of fat on it so you don’t want to eat it, but once you remove the skin, all you’re left with is some flavorful meat.
Al pastor is just another way of saying pulled pork that is smoked perfectly.
You can throw the meat into a taco with some unique flavors like pineapple and it will surprise you with its combination of ingredients.
To get the meat to really absorb all the flavor, you’ll want to inject it with a marinade. Make sure every piece of meat gets injected so each bite is just as good as the last.
You probably don’t think of throwing some apples on the grill, but you should.
They are just as easy to cook as any other fruit and once you take them out of the smoker they will be covered in this nice glaze that makes apples so tasty.
For this recipe, all you need is some good old apples, cinnamon, brown sugar, and butter.
Serve them with a bit of vanilla ice cream and you’ll be in BBQ heaven.
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These recipes are sure to please. So, gather your family and friends and enjoy. Let us know your thoughts!
Cassie brings decades of experience to the Kitchen Community. She is a noted chef and avid gardener. Her new book "Healthy Eating Through the Garden" will be released shortly. When not writing or speaking about food and gardens Cassie can be found puttering around farmer's markets and greenhouses looking for the next great idea.
