Anything else you can do with pork or chicken out of a smoker besides BBQ?

[mdupre]

I want to get as creative as possible with my food truck and I am getting a HUGE smoker.. Just do not want to have only the plain pulled chicken/pork any ideas for some other dishes? Any help is greatly appreciated!.. thanks guys!

[tim irvine]

Smoked meats are awesome in a Bolognese, and the next day it makes the best sloppy Joe imaginable on a sliced sourdough baguette.

[EWSflash]

Tacos! Shredded cabbage, maybe some green chile, diced cucumbers on the side, avocado or avocado sauce, chopped cilantro, soft corn tortillas. Oh- and a squeeze of fresh lime.
Heaven.

[BiscuitBoy]

smoked pork or chicken quesedilla's (a great way to use up scraps) or, (and I give you permish to use this, as it's well known in my neck of the woods)...the redneck cubano: smoked butt, provolone, ham, fried pickles, and a touch of mustard in a grinder roll, pressed on the flat top

[mdupre]

that cubano sounds awsome!

[kattyeyes]

For your viewing pleasure--and I still think this is way more clever than the brick method:
http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/7021...

[Kelli2006]

Brunswick stew,

taco fillings

make your own Montreal smoked meat or pastrami.

[gordeaux]

Jerk. You need to do some Jerk.
Look for Walkerswood Jerk Seasoning. It's a paste, and it is insanely good. Bone in chicken parts, get the paste over and especially under the skin, let it marinate overnight. The stuff works its magic after 6 hours or so. The flavor is completely different between a two hour marinade, and a 6 hour marinade. The thyme/allspice perfume the meat. It is so addictive when done correctly. Do this. Please do this. - Then, make your own jerk paste when the Walkerswood stuff starts disappearing faster and faster.- it's easy as pie.

[mdupre]

sounds awsome what do you mean by bone in? and any tips on marinating.. i haven't done much of it at home so it will be new for me doing it in high volume!

[gordeaux]

Chicken parts that are not deboned. Whole chickens - fine. I normally do saddles/ leg quarters, or wings cuz the those are my favorite parts.
Marinating:
You'll need to get the jerk paste under the skin, and over, and then let it soak in overnight. Then smoke em up. I'd find some Walkerswood for a first trial to see if you like it before making your own paste. The chicken tastes world different if you get the paste UNDER the skin. You want the paste under the skin for the marinating. Also, let it soak in overnight. Call me when it's done. I'd be happy to be your guinea pig! I can't stress enough that you want the paste under the skin, and to let it sit overnight.

[mdupre]

Thanks Gordeux for the tips I appreciate it!

[RealMenJulienne]

I second this. Jerk chicken on a smoker is probably the best dish I've ever made. I used a homemade marinade instead of Walkerswood but I need to find some and give it a try.

[mdupre]

what do you guys think about smoked pork carnitas ... i am thinking i could go for one now... lol

[mcap]

I'd eat your whole supply of smoked pork carnitas...

How about Moroccan style chicken? chicken thighs marinated in olive oil, lemon juice, paprika, cumin, coriander, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, pepper, garlic, ginger and then smoked. This is a staple of mine on the grill and is real tasty.

[sunshine842]

smoked chicken salad with grape halves and toasted walnuts. Good stuff.

[mdupre]

Yeah I am definately doing a chicken salad sandwich just need to find the perfect recipe that stuff is addictive!

[ferret]

Chili, stew, pot pie?

And don't overlook the allure of a nicely smoked turkey leg (it's all about the brining).

[mdupre]

never had a smoked turkey leg it sounds good though.. I need to try to keep it simple so not sure about pot pie it does sound good though, thanks!

[ferret]

The smoked turkey leg has been the mainstay of the Renaissance/State Fair circuit. Properly done, it's moist and flavorful (and portable).

[ferret]

The beauty of the pot pie is you can make good use of the previous day's leftovers. It's a cook-ahead thing that you just need to keep warm.

[jujuthomas]

Dh spatcocks (SP?) the chicken and puts a spicy rub on it then smokes it for I dunno, half the day? You could do that, sell 1/4 and 1/2 chickens w/ a side. you could also pull it once it's cooked and do sandwiches, if you're going for handheld food.

[ferret]

"Spatchcock."

[jujuthomas]

i knew i was missing something there, lol. thx ferret

the ideas below sound fantastic and are making me hungry. I love the idea of carnitas - we have a taco truck on top of our whole foods store, i hear their carnitas is terrific. might have to go there tomorrow after work!

Mdupre, DH's "Flat out chicken" as we call it, bears no resemblance to plain chicken. I'm not real sure what's in the rub, it is spicy/sweet... and addictive. :)

[mdupre]

yeah i was thinking that too... everyone loves a good chicken dinner... would love to get some exciting dishes though with lots of flavor that would get people hooked although the plain chicken idea could be good for certain events!