Using cedar in my WSM

[mjhandy]

I know people use cedar planks for fish and other items, but could we use cedar chunks? And, could I use cedar from a tree i cut down this year?

I imagine the wood needs to dry to ensure there isn't any sap.

 

[joe black]

Personally, I would never use any evergreen to smoke meat. To me, the results is meat with the flavor of kerosene. It produces creosote that screws up the cook and your smoker.

 

[gmc2003]

Never used it and don't plan on it. From what I've read the smell alone is enough to make you gag.

Chris.

 

[slipaway]

When people use a plank for fish they do not get smoke or fire from  the wood, so it is not the same as burning chunks, etc. 

I agree with the above that I would never use any evergreen tree for smoking.

 

[dirtsailor2003]

Cedar is not a good wood for smoking.

Here's a helpful link:

http://www.smokingmeatforums.com/t/50439/woods-for-smoking

 

[mjhandy]

Thanks guys. I thought I would ask before I got the axe out.

Cheers.