How To Set Up A Charcoal Grill For Smoking

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  • Опубліковано 21 сер 2024
  • In this video I'll show you how to set up a charcoal grill for smoking. Just because you don't have a dedicated smoker doesn't mean you can't BBQ with the best of them! Anything that can be smoked in a smoker can be smoked on a charcoal grill.
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КОМЕНТАРІ • 231

  • @FordyHunt
    @FordyHunt 5 років тому +193

    I trust your bbq knowledge because of your accent

    • @vidsmj
      @vidsmj 2 роки тому +4

      😭😭😭😭😭😭

    • @dannawang
      @dannawang 2 роки тому +2

      😂😭😭💯💯 also, reminds me my boy zach galifianakis, I don’t know why😭😭😆 but love their south accent !!

    • @christinemerritt974
      @christinemerritt974 2 роки тому +1

      Ha!!!! 😆

    • @toads_ride845
      @toads_ride845 Рік тому +1

      Ha Ha how true Yankees can’t smoke!

  • @user-nk8mp6hw1l
    @user-nk8mp6hw1l 6 років тому +108

    The way you talk makes me feel relaxed 😌

  • @herostreet8
    @herostreet8 4 роки тому +80

    Hey Brother, i tried this method over the weekend and ended up with the best ribs I've ever made. Tender, moist, perfect. Thank you!

  • @ctzenalien
    @ctzenalien 4 роки тому +56

    That's pretty clever with the thermometer placement- knowing the temperatures over the coals and over the area without coals. Good tip! Thanks!👍🏻

  • @johnkohler8600
    @johnkohler8600 5 років тому +11

    Brother for the 5 to 10 years that I've been on UA-cam, I think I've commented on maybe 5 to 8 videos, and yours is one that I felt the need to comment on this really was a great video. I was over here trying to cook. Only chunks of wood like you were using, but no charcoal Briquettes whatsoever. That was a good tip. To use the foil pan of water. Thanks again honestly.

  • @normal3705
    @normal3705 3 роки тому +5

    I've watched several videos on this topic and I think you had the clearest explanation. Also, you are the first person I've seen place a thermometer under the vent where it belongs.

  • @zentabra
    @zentabra 2 роки тому +6

    Thanks so much for doing these videos. I'm learning so much about charcoal grills from you. I switched from gas to charcoal because I live in Flordia now and if we hit hit by a hurricane I wanted a grill that didn't rely on gas or electric and I could store its source of fuel easily.

  • @Nick-ez7jz
    @Nick-ez7jz 4 роки тому +5

    what other people need to realize, grilling just takes experience over the years and you have to really love grilling to turn out the best cooks each time,
    after you get a lot of grill time, YOU then become one with whatever grill you re grilling with, at this point, you feel the heat zone differences , with each grill and when the grill lid is on, if you are experienced, then you can feel in your bones, the way the meat is cooking, hard to explain, but all will understand after you gain the experience,
    thanks so much for your viedos

    • @KitchenAlpha
      @KitchenAlpha  4 роки тому +3

      Gaining the experience is the fun part too! Thanks for watching!

  • @tranceuniverse
    @tranceuniverse 4 роки тому +7

    I read somewhere that before adding food to the grill, all of the charcoal needs to be *white ashed over* or else bad flavors from the *black* charcoal would cause off flavors to the food. What I have done in the past is use a seperate fire area to have burning charcoal so when it is ashed over I would throw in the ready briquettes (10ish) to my grill. This way the temps would only fluctuate 5 to 10 degrees only.

  • @sarahillman3242
    @sarahillman3242 5 років тому +75

    I've i'm going to trust anyone with BBQ tips it's this guy

    • @Shabec2982
      @Shabec2982 4 роки тому +2

      🤔 Did you actually read this before posting it? Wtf are you saying?

    • @miketharipr
      @miketharipr 3 роки тому +5

      @@Shabec2982 She said "If I'm going to trust anyone with BBQ tips it's this guy". Auto correct probably changed "If" to "I've" . It happens.

  • @teejay3250
    @teejay3250 5 років тому +33

    Your accent is oddly relaxing bro. Lol. Thanks for the info.

    • @natechadwell
      @natechadwell 4 роки тому

      Tee Jay I agree! I try to reproduce it but I’m from the Rocky Mountains & I cant nail it, not even close!

  • @speckliebe2897
    @speckliebe2897 5 років тому +14

    I've been looking to start grilling and your videos are so informative that I'm pumped to start !

  • @Beencouraged777
    @Beencouraged777 4 роки тому +6

    Love southern accent, makes me smile.

    • @gyulahohmann3123
      @gyulahohmann3123 2 роки тому

      Yeah, hot doggy. I love it too😉👍🇦🇺

  • @ECUpunk
    @ECUpunk 3 роки тому +3

    Accent checked out. He’s gained my trust when it comes to grilling.

  • @garymeacham885
    @garymeacham885 6 років тому +18

    Thanks for these informative videos brother I'm just starting the new world of charcoal grilling really excited. got the exact same grill that you have please keep up the great work from upstate New York.

    • @KitchenAlpha
      @KitchenAlpha  6 років тому +5

      Your very welcome! I hope you will grow to enjoy grilling as much as I do! I don't think you'll be let down by your grill. They are a work horse! Thanks for watching. I'm in the mountains of Kentucky. Hope to visit your part of the country someday.

  • @dgordon130
    @dgordon130 3 роки тому +3

    This gentleman knows his stuff. Very well done.

  • @xaviersales92
    @xaviersales92 2 роки тому +2

    As soon as I heard his accent I knew right away this guy was an expert in smoking meat 😆

  • @timothyrobles8777
    @timothyrobles8777 2 місяці тому

    Excellent video. Thank you I am going to try a Brisket in my Weber Master Touch instead of my Bullet smoker this fathers day.

  • @conniewaguespack1194
    @conniewaguespack1194 2 роки тому +1

    Thank you for showing us newbies how to properly smoke meat!

  • @LifeHaxe
    @LifeHaxe 4 роки тому +8

    Glade I found your channel..... I've tried the snake method before in my kettle with some ribs and it worked pretty good, I'm going to try your method on my next cook session....By the way I really Love the accent----- Good ole country boy---- God bless you to man, Keep up the good work!!!!!

    • @KitchenAlpha
      @KitchenAlpha  4 роки тому +1

      Thank you Matthew!

    • @gotskillz135
      @gotskillz135 4 роки тому

      I’m gonna try the snake method the next time I grill peace and blessings sir!

  • @crashburn3292
    @crashburn3292 4 роки тому +3

    "Charco" lol I've watched many "how to" vids and this is as good as any on smoking with the Weber. He covers all the best tips: A temp gauge. Chunk wood instead of chips. A grate that has hinges. Other than fire-proof gloves, he covers it all. Great video.

  • @michaelhorstman993
    @michaelhorstman993 4 роки тому +2

    I have charcoal baskets for my Weber. Put them on opposite sides and fill half full of unlit coals then add hot coals.This works good for me doing chicken, turkey, ribs etc

  • @alanw2687
    @alanw2687 2 роки тому +1

    This is 1 of the best videos on exactly what I was looking for. I don't have an expensive smoker but do have a Weber just like yours. I want to use it for both grilling and as a smoker and was having a little trouble with that.

    • @KitchenAlpha
      @KitchenAlpha  2 роки тому +1

      Hey Alan I hope this video helped! You can do a lot of smoking with your Weber!

  • @extradarlas1941
    @extradarlas1941 4 роки тому +4

    I’m buying a cheep little grill from Walmart this week and need a quick little knowledge. This’ll do perfectly for my 6lb brisket

  • @t.b.player7102
    @t.b.player7102 4 роки тому +1

    I love your easy going demeanor. Best of luck to you.

  • @lifewithlubee5893
    @lifewithlubee5893 2 роки тому +1

    Thank you! God Bless You! Happy Thanksgiving!

  • @PeterBlumerFilms
    @PeterBlumerFilms 3 роки тому +3

    Thanks for the advice. Going to use these tips on my home made concrete smoker! First cook tomorrow.. wish me luck 😀

  • @williamcornelison4721
    @williamcornelison4721 Рік тому

    learned the hard way, last time grilled..... Used a cheaper charcoal and had hard time with heat....... Was using halve moon shaped (2) on two sides and putting meat in the middle.... Plan to use up the cheap charcoal and get back to Kingsford....

  • @Timotheusism
    @Timotheusism Рік тому

    Hello there! Glad to see you back on UA-cam. For people who are purchasing a Charcoal Kettle Grill for the first time. I was wondering is there's a way if you can demonstrate on Seasoning your grill before you can start grilling? I think that would be a good idea. please let me know and may God bless you my brother!
    Tim Williams 🙏🏾

  • @reece8224
    @reece8224 Рік тому

    Bubba I’m trying my first smoked charcoal experience thanks to you !

  • @N11-xr9pi1
    @N11-xr9pi1 4 роки тому +6

    I've learned something today. Thank you!

  • @ryangosda6698
    @ryangosda6698 6 років тому +8

    Great video. I followed this method on my wings turned out perfect!! Great work!

    • @KitchenAlpha
      @KitchenAlpha  6 років тому

      Awesome! Thank you for watching and I'm glad to have been able to help!

  • @lesliegulyas148
    @lesliegulyas148 5 років тому +2

    Thank you sir. I have enjoyed watching your videos. I had no idea how to smoke with a weber but your videos have been very helpful. I love using my weber now. Thanks again.

  • @FabioBarahona
    @FabioBarahona 3 роки тому +1

    This was very helpful Alpha. Thank you. God bless you as well.

  • @henryk2689
    @henryk2689 Рік тому

    Thank you! Straightforward and much appreciated. Especially about the location of the lid thermometer.

  • @benjaminyoung1746
    @benjaminyoung1746 3 місяці тому

    Dude, you’re fantastic!!!! Thanks for the content.

  • @danielward6964
    @danielward6964 3 роки тому +4

    I just stumbled on this video, and Wow! It makes great sense, and I'm glad someone took the time to encourage some of us common folk with our regular grilles for smoking. I'm gonna give it a try. I had a smoker, but it was a real pain cleaning. Great advice!

  • @JesusLives22
    @JesusLives22 Рік тому

    God Bless you too, and thank you for making these videos. Im BBQing for the 1st time tomorrow 🙌🏽

  • @levig8214
    @levig8214 Рік тому

    Kitchen Alpha rocks! Knows his stuff!

  • @von40me
    @von40me Рік тому

    Thanks for sharing. I've learn something new from this video.

  • @rikkew1713
    @rikkew1713 5 років тому +2

    Wow I love your channel! I’ve always used propane but I’m switching to charcoal, will follow all your advice, thanks!

    • @KitchenAlpha
      @KitchenAlpha  5 років тому +3

      Awesome! You won't regret the switch. I know propane is convenient but once you start using charcoal you will love it.

    • @davidh376
      @davidh376 5 років тому

      Hank hill would be disappointed in u but I’m not

    • @ljb8157
      @ljb8157 4 роки тому

      @@KitchenAlpha there is just something about the smell of a charcoa grilll! There's nothing else quite like it! It's heaven!

  • @ncfatman6811
    @ncfatman6811 5 років тому +2

    I just bought my second ever Weber Grill. The first one I bought in 1981 this one is one of the limited edition Red Kettles. I have watched most of your videos and just wanted to say I enjoy them very much.

    • @KitchenAlpha
      @KitchenAlpha  5 років тому +3

      Those limited edition red kettles are beautiful! Thank you so much for watching and for the kind comment! I hope to out out more videos this year. It's my way of connecting with and sharing my love of cooking with other folks that love cooking too!

  • @Imsaved777
    @Imsaved777 3 місяці тому

    Outstanding video 👍

  • @freddymoran4726
    @freddymoran4726 4 роки тому +2

    Thanks for ur video, used your techniques and it worked great thank you!!

  • @verlynking2779
    @verlynking2779 Рік тому

    This was very very helpful m. Thank you!!!

  • @saafiin
    @saafiin 4 роки тому +5

    Run forest run !!! Love that accent bruh..

  • @catalinsoare1261
    @catalinsoare1261 4 роки тому +4

    Can you make a video on how to control the temperature. Thanks!

    • @KitchenAlpha
      @KitchenAlpha  4 роки тому +5

      Will definitely try to include that in a future video. Thank you!

    • @catalinsoare1261
      @catalinsoare1261 4 роки тому +1

      @@KitchenAlpha many thanks. Already subscribed to your channel for what you do and also for your cool accent. Keep up the good work!

  • @larryperez7469
    @larryperez7469 3 роки тому +2

    Just excellent. Well explained! I see you don’t use a box for your coals. Does that matter?

    • @KitchenAlpha
      @KitchenAlpha  3 роки тому

      I just pile mine up on the grate but there is nothing wrong with either way!

  • @thebuff7271
    @thebuff7271 2 роки тому

    He's right... I learned not to use lump when smoking. It burns inconsistent, the heat fluctuates to much.

  • @SheilaPatterson007
    @SheilaPatterson007 2 роки тому

    Thank you for detailed instructions, I am smoking stuffed bacon wrapped chicken thighs, for the first time…I am the one who cooks on grill in my family

  • @swagnjazzy
    @swagnjazzy 3 роки тому +1

    Thanks for sharing your skills. I'm sharing your channel in my video description for my first smoked brisket.

  • @DCMae
    @DCMae 2 роки тому +1

    I would like to know how you installed your thermometers.

  • @WhatWeDoChannel
    @WhatWeDoChannel 4 роки тому +3

    Thank you! I’m learning!
    God bless
    Klaus

  • @glennmorgan9202
    @glennmorgan9202 3 роки тому

    Thanks mate I'm going to try this on Saturday. Glenn
    Western Australia

    • @KitchenAlpha
      @KitchenAlpha  3 роки тому

      Hey Glenn I hope it turned out good! Thanks for watching my friend!

  • @idiots7171
    @idiots7171 5 років тому +3

    Thanks for the great info :) i'm going to start smoking my own meat as it's expensive here in Cyprus, but pork is cheap to buy.

  • @BLMann
    @BLMann 3 роки тому +2

    Really helpful video. Thank you!

    • @KitchenAlpha
      @KitchenAlpha  3 роки тому +1

      Thanks so much for watching!

    • @BLMann
      @BLMann 3 роки тому

      @@KitchenAlpha so, using this method, I've smoked 2 beautiful and delicious 6 pounds briskets and I literally just fired the grill for 2 racks of ribs. Thank you again.
      I refuse to buy a traeger. It's too easy. This method requires skill and love!

  • @oklahoman8222
    @oklahoman8222 7 років тому +5

    Forgot to mention: If you get the chance, I recommend watching Louisiana Cajun Recipes...ol' JB is a good cook. Also Malcom Reed on UA-cam. Just my 2cents.

  • @paultomson9310
    @paultomson9310 2 роки тому

    You perfectly explained how to control the temperature..thank you

  • @LousyPainter
    @LousyPainter 2 роки тому

    Great video! Thanks.

  • @Nick-ez7jz
    @Nick-ez7jz 4 роки тому +2

    just want to say , i really enjoy your videos, i have had a weber kettle for more than 25 years, now a pit boss pro series pellet grill, and a genisis weber gas grill, just curious where you are from, i am from south carolina and now living hickory n.c.
    keep up the good work, BE GOOD BE SAFE

    • @KitchenAlpha
      @KitchenAlpha  4 роки тому

      Awesome Nick! I appreciate your comments my friend! Take care!

    • @KitchenAlpha
      @KitchenAlpha  4 роки тому

      I'm from Kentucky nick!

  • @suckapunks
    @suckapunks 5 років тому +1

    good job man. very helpful introduction.

  • @amandalear6477
    @amandalear6477 2 роки тому

    Thanks so much for this. this was so useful for a gal learning how to do this for the first time. Mands

  • @petesenrab5691
    @petesenrab5691 Рік тому

    I wish this gentleman was my next door neighbor!

  • @simonbradford6774
    @simonbradford6774 5 років тому +1

    Great video, clear and simple, thanks

  • @DODGERS-br8tf
    @DODGERS-br8tf 4 роки тому +1

    Awesome bro thanks

  • @MacD2029
    @MacD2029 7 місяців тому

    Is there a process for adding more charcoal? Does it produce bad smoke if you add it mid cook? Or do you preheat the charcoal?

  • @rosspritch34
    @rosspritch34 6 років тому +3

    Great video! I really enjoy how you explained it. I am looking to try smoking soon

    • @KitchenAlpha
      @KitchenAlpha  6 років тому

      +Ross Pritch thank you so much! I think you will really enjoy it. Hopefuly this video will help you get off to a good start and then you can learn from there.

  • @nonyabiz3942
    @nonyabiz3942 Рік тому

    Thank you!

  • @mikelopez4148
    @mikelopez4148 2 місяці тому

    I’m new to bbq this is probably a dumb question but the water pan adds moisture?

  • @colinevans7134
    @colinevans7134 Рік тому

    I loved your video great stuff

  • @dz4691
    @dz4691 2 місяці тому

    admire you so much !

  • @darkkatana3
    @darkkatana3 7 років тому +4

    Great video dude!

    • @KitchenAlpha
      @KitchenAlpha  7 років тому

      +Miguel Hernandez thank you very much!

  • @JohnDavis-yz9nq
    @JohnDavis-yz9nq 4 роки тому +1

    Nice video. Very informative.

  • @ellenL400
    @ellenL400 4 роки тому +2

    Wow , REALLY good explanation!! So glad I came across your video. Thank you!!

  • @knoxvillehermitfreemoviesm3625
    @knoxvillehermitfreemoviesm3625 2 роки тому

    very informative thx

  • @PrimalNomad
    @PrimalNomad 3 роки тому +1

    Thanks mate! Really helpful 👍🙏

  • @tyronemaniece5189
    @tyronemaniece5189 5 років тому +10

    How I miss the South!!!😂😂😂

  • @danjbundrick
    @danjbundrick Рік тому

    Thanks!

  • @EdwardLLeslie-db5tx
    @EdwardLLeslie-db5tx Місяць тому

    Great Video bro

  • @jamesstuartfrost8278
    @jamesstuartfrost8278 2 роки тому

    I actually want to come there one day and try one of those...

  • @heavyglassglass
    @heavyglassglass 4 роки тому +2

    God bless you too sir

  • @williamcaudillosr.6123
    @williamcaudillosr.6123 2 роки тому

    Thank You.
    Very well explained..
    Im gonna try it!👍

  • @georgenemeth4837
    @georgenemeth4837 2 роки тому

    Great video! You're da man!!!

  • @debramartinez9652
    @debramartinez9652 4 роки тому +1

    good info. thank you.

  • @e.c.jr.3580
    @e.c.jr.3580 5 років тому

    Fantastic information my brother.

  • @sharonsimon7793
    @sharonsimon7793 Рік тому

    Very informative 💞

  • @AliAhmadi-hq9pj
    @AliAhmadi-hq9pj 2 роки тому

    Thanks

  • @billieholiday6399
    @billieholiday6399 5 років тому +1

    Good deal work's great

  • @dexternorman6283
    @dexternorman6283 4 роки тому +1

    Great video

  • @harrisonjordan6380
    @harrisonjordan6380 5 років тому

    Very helpful, first brisket !!!!

  • @David-jj5gz
    @David-jj5gz 4 роки тому

    Awesome video dude!

  • @annjean8709
    @annjean8709 4 роки тому

    Great video!
    Thank you for sharing.

  • @smallfamilybigideas8288
    @smallfamilybigideas8288 5 років тому

    Great video. Thanks for the tips.

  • @_NEW3RA_
    @_NEW3RA_ 4 роки тому

    Smart to add the opening on the rack

  • @pixelated-universe
    @pixelated-universe 2 роки тому

    Pretty much reading all of these comments in this great mans accent

  • @RichardCockerill
    @RichardCockerill 5 років тому

    love that southern drawl Cheers

  • @wendellkristofak642
    @wendellkristofak642 3 роки тому +2

    Great video. How do add the thermometer in the back of the grill?

    • @KitchenAlpha
      @KitchenAlpha  3 роки тому +2

      Thank you! It's very simple, you just drill a whole and push the stem of the thermometer through and tighten a wing nut. I can't remember what size bit I used but you just want to match the stem on the thermometor. Thermometers can be picked up on Amazon pretty inexpensively.

  • @cookingwithloveandmore
    @cookingwithloveandmore 5 років тому

    good work will try boss

  • @ItsMe-vf7cf
    @ItsMe-vf7cf 4 роки тому +1

    Great video !

    • @KitchenAlpha
      @KitchenAlpha  4 роки тому +1

      Thank you!

    • @ItsMe-vf7cf
      @ItsMe-vf7cf 4 роки тому

      Kitchen Alpha thanks for taking the time to make these videos. Trying to step my grilling/smoking skills up using my charcoal grill and you’re definitely helping out a lot .

  • @yeeluvspizza
    @yeeluvspizza 2 роки тому

    Great video, thank you. What is the wood product? Want to order some