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So I fill up the basket with charcoal briquettes, let them burn for a while and then add wood. I can see part of my mistake may be that I don’t use enough wood. Most of my heat source is coming from the charcoal. I will try and be more patient with the fire and use more wood. I was always just...
So my wife purchased me a OK Joe highland offset last year for Father’s Day. I have researched and added every mod I can think of (extended 90 degree smoke stack, coal basket, I have sealed it best i can, added another thermometer, raised the basket to get enough air flow...blah blah blah. I...
I want to thank everyone for the comments and helpful tips. This is a great community of folks and I'm glad I have this type of support in place! Thanks again and happy smoking!
LanceP I am using both charcoal and wood. I start with the charcoal until it's ashes over and up to temp then throw the wood in there followed by the meat. From what Phatbac is saying maybe I should let smoke roll for a bit before inserting the meat?
Well I smoked my first butt a week ago and while it turned out ok I know at least a few of the mistakes I made. One I cannot figure out is why the bark of the butt imparted a bitter taste. So much so that when I pulled it I tried not to include much of the bark in the finished product that I...
I currently use a Char Broil Oklahoma Joe Offset Smoker. I had the dampest time with temperature control in my first season using it last year. Does anyone still use temperature controlling units like CyberQ? When I look at reviews on most units like this they are from years ago. Didn't know if...
My name is Ken and I am new to this forum. I am from Lakeside Park KY and am newer to smoking. I have been BBQ'ing for many years but want to try my hand at smoking. I got a Char Broil Oklahoma Joe's Offset Smoker for Fathers Day 2016. Had a few good smokes last year but need some tips mostly on...
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