Presmoked pork chops

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joda

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Apr 13, 2016
14
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Massachusetts
It is currently in the 20's in my area, so I've been messing around with some cold smoking ideas. I had some boneless pork chops that I rubbed/marinated with some jerk sauce.After 24 hours in the fridge I moved them to my smoker while it was off with the AMNTS going with apple. I also had a bottle full of ice to keep the temp low.Between the ice , cold weather, and opening the door occasionally I managed to keep the temps below 75*.They were in the smoker about 1 hour. I then immediately put the chops on a hot grill and brought them up to 140*.They came out very tasty and not dry. Is it dangerous to do this with pork ? I don't think I would try it with poultry.I  assume that might be bad.Any input would be great. Thanks
 
It is perfectly safe to do what you did.

You could do the same with chicken.

You just need to get the IT above 140 in 4 hours or less.

Al
 
 
It is perfectly safe to do what you did.

You could do the same with chicken.

You just need to get the IT above 140 in 4 hours or less.

Al
​Thanks for the reply. I'm trying to find more ways to use my smoker (MES 30) without keeping it going all day in 20* temps.
 
Incold smoke pork chops and steaks for cooking later. With this method you need to keep your smoker at or below 40f during the smoke. I am able to this by piping the smoke into the pit.

After smoking I Vac pack and freeze for later use.
 
Incold smoke pork chops and steaks for cooking later. With this method you need to keep your smoker at or below 40f during the smoke. I am able to this by piping the smoke into the pit.

After smoking I Vac pack and freeze for later use.
 Thanks. Sounds like that mailbox mod is calling me again. 
 
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