Can we use Heating Pellets?

[Gojuryu]

Hi,

I'm thinking about purchasing a pellet grill, one question I have and would like your help is if I don't want to make something smoked, can I use pellets that are used in heating equipment or does it always have to be with "flavor" pellets.

thanks
Bruno

 

[Chasdev]

Just say no, is what I've heard.
Something about the binders or chems added to heating pellets.

 

[BigW.]

Use your oven if you don't want it smoked.

 

[Winterrider]

NO, on the heating pellets.

 

[schlotz]

Absolutely no!

 

[sandyut]

Big no on using heating pellets. Use the gasser or the oven if you dont want to smoke it.

 

[Up_In_Smoke]

To quote Bobby Flay:

"Oh hell no".

 

[KBFlyer]

Heating Pellets are NOT the same as BBQ Pellets​

There are two types of wood pellets: heating pellets and BBQ, or smoker pellets. Though they look alike and are both made of compressed wood, they are not same.

BBQ pellets are food-grade pellets made only from 100% hardwood. They contain no fillers, binders, or additives, with the possible exception of vegetable-based oil, which is sometimes used during the extrusion process.

Heating pellets, meanwhile, can consist of a variety of woods, including softwoods like pine, which contains resin that infuses food with a bitter unappetizing taste. Even the best quality heating pellets usually consist of 100% softwood, or a hardwood softwood blend, so long as they burn hot and clean. Non-certified pellets may include bark and leaves and other impurities that can adversely affect food flavor and possibly pose a health risk if ingested. Heating pellets are significantly less expensive than BBQ pellets, making them appealing to budget conscious shoppers. However, resist the temptation to save a few bucks and never use heating pellets in a pellet smoker.