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Offset Smoker Setup: Easy Steps for Killer BBQ

First, season your new offset smoker. Clean it with soapy water, rinse, dry, and spray the inside with vegetable oil. Fire it up with all vents open for 30 minutes to burn off any residue. Set up two digital temperature probes inside the cooking chamber—one at each end. This gives you a real sense of what’s happening where your food actually sits. Open both the air intake and chimney vents. Light a chimney full of briquettes until ashy, then dump them in the firebox. Add a couple of hardwood logs for flavor, but don’t use all wood—it’s tough to control. Once you’re at temp (225-275°F), add your food. Keep an eye on the fire and temp every 30 minutes, adding coals or wood as needed. Rotate your food hourly for even smoking. For extra moisture, set a water pan in the firebox and spritz your food with apple juice or beer during the last stretch. Makes a big difference! #OffsetSmoker #BBQTips #SmokedFood #Food #Cooking