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Outdoor Cooking Equipment => Grills & Smokers => Charcoal Smokers => Topic started by: 1Bigg_ER on April 14, 2015, 09:36:24 PM

Title: LIL Smokey Cajun wings
Post by: 1Bigg_ER on April 14, 2015, 09:36:24 PM: I love PBC wings but my WSM 14.5 can hold its own.
Trick is to remove the water bowl completely. Get it hot, >325.

My favorite wing seasoning is Penzey's Cajun seasoning. Make a paste with some high smoke point oil. Why? Because most spices will release their flavor even more in the presence of oil.
Salt the wings a few hours in advance if possible.

(http://i1175.photobucket.com/albums/r636/emtawali/20150414_165124_HDR_zpstsbjmjjy.jpg) (http://s1175.photobucket.com/user/emtawali/media/20150414_165124_HDR_zpstsbjmjjy.jpg.html)

Served with beef tallow fries seasoned with Cajun seasoning.

(http://i1175.photobucket.com/albums/r636/emtawali/WSM%20WANGS_zpsdd4cu0bo.jpg) (http://s1175.photobucket.com/user/emtawali/media/WSM%20WANGS_zpsdd4cu0bo.jpg.html)
Title: Re: LIL Smokey Cajun wings
Post by: muebe on April 14, 2015, 10:58:37 PM: That is just beautiful Bigg!
Title: Re: LIL Smokey Cajun wings
Post by: 1Bigg_ER on April 14, 2015, 11:20:57 PM: Quote from: muebe on April 14, 2015, 10:58:37 PM
That is just beautiful Bigg!

Much appreciated!
Title: Re: LIL Smokey Cajun wings
Post by: ACW3 on April 14, 2015, 11:22:42 PM: They look GOOD!! Tell us more about your fries.

Art
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Post by: Smokin Don on April 15, 2015, 12:26:25 AM: Simple but that is a WOW Biggs!!! Beautiful wings and would love some of those fries!!! I am with you on the Penzey's Cajun, I use a lot of it. Don
Title: Re: LIL Smokey Cajun wings
Post by: sliding_billy on April 15, 2015, 01:27:16 AM: Great looking wings!
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Post by: fishingbouchman on April 15, 2015, 01:42:44 AM: Yum yum yum
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Post by: akruckus on April 15, 2015, 02:53:09 AM: I would crush that plate, nicely done.
Title: Re: LIL Smokey Cajun wings
Post by: Wing Commander on April 15, 2015, 03:53:16 AM: Quote from: sliding_billy on April 15, 2015, 01:27:16 AM
Great looking wings!

X2 Great cook!
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Post by: HighOnSmoke on April 15, 2015, 04:20:30 AM: Beautiful looking wings!
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Post by: Pam Gould on April 15, 2015, 05:04:06 AM: Perfect Wangs..and fries. .☆´¯`•.¸¸. ི♥ྀ.
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Post by: TwoPockets on April 15, 2015, 07:51:46 AM: Good looking wings, what was the dipping sauce?
Title: Re: LIL Smokey Cajun wings
Post by: 1Bigg_ER on April 15, 2015, 08:28:25 AM: The fries,
First blanched in boiling water, salt and little sugar and vinegar just until they're limp. cooled then fried in 360 beef tallow for about a minute, they should firm up but no color. Here you can cool and fry them until nicely browned and crispy and serve or
Cool them to room temperature and place them, without touching, on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and freeze.

I do large batches since the process is long.
When ready to eat, heat beef tallow or peanut oil to 370, grab a hand full from the freezer and fry. Control your oil temp to keep it at 350 if possible.
As soon as they're out of the oil, hit them with sea salt and Cajun seasoning.
Title: Re: LIL Smokey Cajun wings
Post by: 1Bigg_ER on April 15, 2015, 08:31:24 AM: Quote from: TwoPockets on April 15, 2015, 07:51:46 AM
Good looking wings, what was the dipping sauce?

That's about half a cup Mayo, two chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, lemon juice and a touch of salt. Whiz in food processor.
Title: Re: LIL Smokey Cajun wings
Post by: drholly on April 15, 2015, 10:27:17 AM: OHHHH Boy that looks good. Thank you for the instructions on the fries - I like the idea of making a big batch and freezing for later - excellent!
Title: Re: LIL Smokey Cajun wings
Post by: squirtthecat on April 15, 2015, 11:10:10 AM: Hammer Time!
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Post by: tlg4942 on April 15, 2015, 01:13:42 PM: Looks Great!
Title: LIL Smokey Cajun wings
Post by: Pappymn on April 15, 2015, 05:47:43 PM: Not sure how I missed that plate of deliciousness
Title: Re: LIL Smokey Cajun wings
Post by: drholly on April 16, 2015, 12:51:12 AM: I've never used beef tallow. Vs. peanut oil or others does it make a significant difference in taste to you?

Thanks!
Title: Re: LIL Smokey Cajun wings
Post by: 1Bigg_ER on April 16, 2015, 10:14:54 AM: Quote from: drholly on April 16, 2015, 12:51:12 AM
I've never used beef tallow. Vs. peanut oil or others does it make a significant difference in taste to you?

Thanks!

Night and day. Peanut oil is neutral. Beef tallow brings a certain meatiness, certain umami like flavor.
First time I made beef tallow fries, everybody took a bit and asked what kind of potatoes did I use. LOL, I haven't looked back since..

It has a very high smoke point so it can take many many many frying sessions. I strain it through a coffee filter and store in the refrigerator.

I get my Leaf Lard and Beef Tallow from Fannie and Flo on www.etsy.com.

My apologies if posting a website is a no no.
Title: Re: LIL Smokey Cajun wings
Post by: drholly on April 16, 2015, 10:31:02 AM: Thanks! Great information and I will definitely try it.

I think posting the website is ok - just not copying and pasting copyrighted information.
Title: Re: LIL Smokey Cajun wings
Post by: Willy on April 18, 2015, 12:17:53 PM: Beautiful Wings and fantastic fries, what a great combo
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Post by: TMB on April 18, 2015, 12:25:45 PM: Looks great from here. ;)