How to Cook With an Outdoor Gas Smoker

!±8± How to Cook With an Outdoor Gas Smoker

It is always a joy to barbeque in any occasion and practically at any given season. And when you think having a barbeque with your friends and loved ones can't get any better the gas barbeque smoker came out in the market. The outdoor gas smoker along with the electric type brought convenience and ease to the art of barbequing.

With the outdoor gas smoker, you can use either propane or natural gas. The use of clean fuel is advisable because it will not interfere with the taste of your food. Gas barbeque outdoor smokers usually come in compact sizes depending on the brand and quality that you are going to choose. And if you are worried because you are just starting to use your first gas smoker, do not worry. Most of the outdoor gas smokers today are very simple to use even the most inexperienced of all cooks can operate this wonderful contraption. All you have to do is follow the instructions below as well as the manual that comes with your newly bought gas smoker.

STEP 1: You have to remember that every smoker has a pan to put water in. Locate the pan (usually found at the bottom of the smoker) and fill it with water until the indication level.

STEP 2: Turn on your gas source and try to ignite your gas smoker. There should be an ignite button in which you have to push or press it. Your smoker will light on for a few seconds and then ignite. Always check your gas source and always be careful when doing this.

STEP 3: Set the temperature of your smoker to 225 to 230 degrees Fahrenheit (110-115 degrees Celsius). This is an ideal temperature for slow smoking.

STEP 4: Once you have already set the temperature to 225 degrees Fahrenheit it is now time to put your meat in. The cooking time, which is three to four hours, will vary depending on how many pounds of meat you are cooking. By this time, you should've already marinated your meat if this is your choice.

STEP 5: One important tool that you should always have handy is a thermometer. In this case, you should put an internal thermometer inside your smoker for you to be able to regulate and keep track of the internal heat. This will determine how your meat is done.

STEP 6: Check on your meat and if you are already satisfied on how it is cooked then it is now time to turn your smoker off. Turn the knob all the way to the OFF indicator. Let the smoker cool for about an hour or so before cleaning. It is important to clean your outdoor smoker immediately or on the same day that you used it so that the flavor and the odor of the marinated meat will not stick.

Cleaning the smoker is very simple. Empty out the water pan and clean it with mild dish washing soap. Dry the pan completely before placing it back inside you smoker. You should also always watch out for rusts. Any signs of rust, no matter how small should be immediately scrubbed out so as not to affect your food.

These are the simple instruction on how to work your outdoor gas smoker. Just remember that there are safety precautions every time you operate a gas fuelled cooker. Make sure to always follow those precautionary measures in order to ensure safe and accident free cooking.

You gas outdoor smoker is built to last a long time. The secret is to keep it clean all the time and make sure you watch out for rusts that could affect the quality and safety of your food. Enjoy your smoked meat!