Hello everyone,
I've been reading through this section of the forums and just have a few questions. I'll be smoking rainbows (none above 13") on my Little Chief when it arrives. Since they're so small ill be smoking whole.
Is a dry brine practical for whole fish of this size? I'd like to start dry if possible. But if I need to do a wet brine at least I'll be able to incorporate some woodchuck or angry orchard.
Temps around here have been 20-40. I plan on going to Lowe's soon and getting some heat resistant insulation. Thht being said, should I use a cure since smoke times will be on the longer side? And any estimates as to times? I know it all varies but would like to know what to expect.
My mind is spinning with all the possibilities! Thanks in advance!
Ryan
I've been reading through this section of the forums and just have a few questions. I'll be smoking rainbows (none above 13") on my Little Chief when it arrives. Since they're so small ill be smoking whole.
Is a dry brine practical for whole fish of this size? I'd like to start dry if possible. But if I need to do a wet brine at least I'll be able to incorporate some woodchuck or angry orchard.
Temps around here have been 20-40. I plan on going to Lowe's soon and getting some heat resistant insulation. Thht being said, should I use a cure since smoke times will be on the longer side? And any estimates as to times? I know it all varies but would like to know what to expect.
My mind is spinning with all the possibilities! Thanks in advance!
Ryan