New Challenges suggestions?

[jemcgriff]

So, currently, my "smoker" is my 22 inch Weber Kettle with a slow n sear, which I'm ok with right now.



Because of covid, I can only realistically some things that my wife and I can eat, or eat a healthy portion of and only have to freeze a minimal amount. So I can't do something like a full brisket, only a flat or point.



I have smoked a pork butt, pork ribs, a chuck roast, and even a turkey. (and all the of the hot and fast staples like steaks, burgers and dogs)



What would you suggest as a new challenge, or a new take on something I have already done?



Thanks!

 

[CivilTrojan]

Lamb and fish are things that aren’t on your list of what you’ve cooked. You could try taking a pork butt and making pork steaks. Have you ever done beef ribs?

 

[SweetHeatBBQnSC]

Smoked Pork Chops and like Chad said Smoked Pork Steaks

 

[jemcgriff]

Lamb and fish are things that aren’t on your list of what you’ve cooked. You could try taking a pork butt and making pork steaks. Have you ever done beef ribs?

Opps, you are right, I didn't mention fish. I have done salmon on cedar planks before.




On the pork butt/pork steaks, do you mean steaks cut from the pork shoulder?


I actually see beef short ribs on sale at my local grocery store, so thinking of doing those this weekend.

 

[ttkt57]

California tri-tip tacos

1. Slather with Worcestershire and rub with coarse salt and pepper
2. Cook at 225°F until the meat reaches 135°F internal
3. Sear
4. Slice against the grain
5. Enjoy in flour tortillas with pico, avacado, lime, and cilantro

 

[BBQ Bacon]

Chicken thighs are a favorite of ours.

 

[Shiz-Nit]

Bean
Chili
Enchiladas
Pork Tenderloin
Fish
Shell Fish
Mac N Cheese
Meat Loaf
Bologna - Then make smoked bologna sandwiches
Pork Bellie
Smoked Bacon
Smoked fattie

 

[cclinard1]

Do you have a vortex? Vortex wings are amazing. I also use it to cook a lot of Asian food with a wok.

If not, marinated chicken thighs for tacos is a weeknight staple at my house.

 

[jemcgriff]

Do you have a vortex? Vortex wings are amazing. I also use it to cook a lot of Asian food with a wok.

If not, marinated chicken thighs for tacos is a weeknight staple at my house.

A vortex is on my wish list of items, lol. I have heard it does really well with wings though!

 

[jemcgriff]

California tri-tip tacos

1. Slather with Worcestershire and rub with coarse salt and pepper
2. Cook at 225°F until the meat reaches 135°F internal
3. Sear
4. Slice against the grain
5. Enjoy in flour tortillas with pico, avacado, lime, and cilantro

I've read you can cook a tri-tip like a brisket!

 

[jemcgriff]

My local store has Lamb Leg Shank. Anyone have any experience on that?

 

[ttkt57]

I've read you can cook a tri-tip like a brisket!

Yes, but I'm too impatient!

 

[chingador]

Beef short ribs (plate cut). Leftovers make great tacos.
Pork Belly for sure.
Have your butcher cut pork shoulder into 1" steaks. Rub and smoke until tender (around internal 195-200). Basically pork steaks. Also makes great tacos (corn tortilla, avocado, pickled red onion)

 

[Titch]

My local store has Lamb Leg Shank. Anyone have any experience on that?

My take on Smoked Lamb Shank here, no braising.
we love them
https://www.bbq-brethren.com/forum/showthread.php?t=256886

Do you do any baking inside?

 

[ShadowDriver]

I've used my 22" Weber for a long while, and she's a work horse.

I suggest kebabs of some sort, or perhaps try your hand at a homemade trompo of some sorts for some gyros or al pastor. - Link to my post on the topic and info on a homemade trompo of sorts.

Cheers!

 

[Swine Spectator]

On the pork butt/pork steaks, do you mean steaks cut from the pork shoulder?

Like this:

http://www.bbq-brethren.com/forum/showthread.php?t=284563

 

[kynmo2010]

Pork Belly Burnt Ends
Country Style Ribs

 

[robbish]

I love pulled lamb shoulder - beautiful flavours (also a cheaper cut of lamb here in the UK).

I'd also recommend both/either ox and pork cheeks - both amazing flavours (one of my favs) but easier to portion for fewer people compared to a big cut.

 

[JD08]

Huli huli chicken. Then more huli huli chcken.