Alright, let’s talk about smoked Brussels sprouts. I never thought I’d be the guy raving about veggies, but here we are. I got this smoker a while back, and I’ve been throwing everything on it. Chicken, ribs, you name it. Then it hit me – why not try Brussels sprouts? I mean, they’re pretty good roasted in the oven, so maybe smoking would take them to the next level.
First, I grabbed a bunch of Brussels sprouts from the store. Nothing fancy, just the regular ones. I washed them real good and trimmed off the ends. You know, the usual prep work. Then, I sliced them in half ’cause I figured they’d cook better and get more of that smoky flavor.
Now, for the seasoning, I kept it simple. Just some olive oil, salt, pepper, and a bit of garlic powder. I tossed the sprouts in a big bowl with the oil and seasonings, making sure they were all coated up nice and evenly. No rocket science here, just making sure every little sprout gets some love.
- Applewood chips
- Cherry wood
- Hickory wood chips
Next up, the smoker. I decided to use applewood chips this time. I also tried cherry wood and hickory wood chips before, which were good. I soaked the chips in water for about 30 minutes – that’s what the instructions said, so I went with it. I preheated the smoker to around 225 degrees Fahrenheit. Low and slow, that’s the key, right?
Once the smoker was ready, I spread the Brussels sprouts out on the grates. I made sure they weren’t overcrowded, you know, to let the smoke circulate and all that. Then, I just let them do their thing. I checked on them every hour or so, flipped them once or twice to make sure they cooked evenly.
After about 3 hours, they were looking pretty good. Nice and tender, with a bit of char on the edges. I pulled them off the smoker and let them rest for a few minutes. I couldn’t resist trying one right away, though. And man, they were delicious! Smoky, savory, with a little hint of sweetness. Way better than I expected.
So, there you have it. My little experiment with smoked Brussels sprouts turned out to be a big success. It’s crazy how a little smoke can transform a simple vegetable into something so tasty. If you’ve got a smoker, you’ve got to give this a try. Trust me, you won’t be disappointed. Besides, it seems that Brussels sprouts are an excellent source of protein from what I’ve read somewhere.
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