Title: Slow'N Sear VS Vortex -- comparison and test cook
Post by: Troy on November 09, 2017, 11:31:35 AM
Post by: Troy on November 09, 2017, 11:31:35 AM
I get a lot of people asking which one they should buy.
I used to answer with some variation of "It depends"
It used to depend on:
- Do you want to cook low and slow, indirect?
- Or do you want to cook hot and fast with a 6" nuke zone and a 'hot wing ring'
But after a few years of using both I've realized a couple of things.
1. The Slow'n'Sear really does it all. It's perfect for the bbq, but it also greatly improves the kettle cooking experience for other cooking techniques (direct, high heat indirect)
2. The SNS doesn't actually have to leave my kettle. Ever. While the vortex needs to be manhandled constantly.
On the flip side, I just don't see a lot of benefit to the 'other' vortex cooking methods and 'versatilities' - but I still keep it around for wings.
In this cook video, I cooked KFC and did a side-by-side cook with the Vortex and the Slow'N Sear.
In the previous 2 tests, both setups produced the exact results, but in the 3rd attempt the Vortex actually cooked slightly faster.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wF1TuLBRBr0
BUY Slow'N Sear: http://weberkettleclub.com/recommends/slow-sear/
BUY Vortex: http://weberkettleclub.com/recommends/bbq-vortex/
(affiliate links above - buying through these links will help keep the lights on at WKC)
I used to answer with some variation of "It depends"
It used to depend on:
- Do you want to cook low and slow, indirect?
- Or do you want to cook hot and fast with a 6" nuke zone and a 'hot wing ring'
But after a few years of using both I've realized a couple of things.
1. The Slow'n'Sear really does it all. It's perfect for the bbq, but it also greatly improves the kettle cooking experience for other cooking techniques (direct, high heat indirect)
2. The SNS doesn't actually have to leave my kettle. Ever. While the vortex needs to be manhandled constantly.
On the flip side, I just don't see a lot of benefit to the 'other' vortex cooking methods and 'versatilities' - but I still keep it around for wings.
In this cook video, I cooked KFC and did a side-by-side cook with the Vortex and the Slow'N Sear.
In the previous 2 tests, both setups produced the exact results, but in the 3rd attempt the Vortex actually cooked slightly faster.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wF1TuLBRBr0
BUY Slow'N Sear: http://weberkettleclub.com/recommends/slow-sear/
BUY Vortex: http://weberkettleclub.com/recommends/bbq-vortex/
(affiliate links above - buying through these links will help keep the lights on at WKC)
Title: Re: Slow'N Sear VS Vortex -- comparison and test cook
Post by: addicted-to-smoke on November 09, 2017, 11:45:29 AM
Post by: addicted-to-smoke on November 09, 2017, 11:45:29 AM
#moist, all the damn time!
Title: Re: Slow'N Sear VS Vortex -- comparison and test cook
Post by: JEBIV on November 09, 2017, 11:56:44 AM
Post by: JEBIV on November 09, 2017, 11:56:44 AM
just watched it on you tube great comparison I being an owner of a vortex and wanting a SNS this sells it for sure Thanks@Troy
Title: Re: Slow'N Sear VS Vortex -- comparison and test cook
Post by: nolch01 on November 09, 2017, 11:57:13 AM
Post by: nolch01 on November 09, 2017, 11:57:13 AM
Love it!!!
No beer for the beer batter?
I look forward to each new video. Now I have one more cook to try out on my MT with the SNS.
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No beer for the beer batter?
I look forward to each new video. Now I have one more cook to try out on my MT with the SNS.
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Title: Re: Slow'N Sear VS Vortex -- comparison and test cook
Post by: The_Masteres on November 09, 2017, 12:11:43 PM
Post by: The_Masteres on November 09, 2017, 12:11:43 PM
Amazing !! Never thinked about making KFC on the kettle !! Thx :))
Could you plz write up the ingredients , I could not understand all of it.
Could you plz write up the ingredients , I could not understand all of it.
Title: Re: Slow'N Sear VS Vortex -- comparison and test cook
Post by: Rub on November 09, 2017, 12:17:32 PM
Post by: Rub on November 09, 2017, 12:17:32 PM
Another great video Troy!
Title: Re: Slow'N Sear VS Vortex -- comparison and test cook
Post by: Dc_smoke309 on November 09, 2017, 12:29:58 PM
Post by: Dc_smoke309 on November 09, 2017, 12:29:58 PM
I just bought chicken legs at the store ... hmmmmm
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Title: Re: Slow'N Sear VS Vortex -- comparison and test cook
Post by: Darko on November 09, 2017, 12:49:06 PM
Post by: Darko on November 09, 2017, 12:49:06 PM
What!!! You didn't have any beer!!!
Title: Re: Slow'N Sear VS Vortex -- comparison and test cook
Post by: Dc_smoke309 on November 09, 2017, 12:52:57 PM
Post by: Dc_smoke309 on November 09, 2017, 12:52:57 PM
I'm going to try this . I have my
Flour ready . Made up my own garlic pepper thing . Lol thank GOD I have plenty of beer
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Title: Re: Slow'N Sear VS Vortex -- comparison and test cook
Post by: Dc_smoke309 on November 09, 2017, 04:32:24 PM
Post by: Dc_smoke309 on November 09, 2017, 04:32:24 PM
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Troy.... ur videos excite me !!! Lol
It's been on awhile now , it's really windy and cold . So it's suckin the heat . Plus I don't have a S and S . Just old indirect on one side . They are getting crispy but not quite done yet . I am excited to see the end results . I'll add more pics when they are done .
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Troy.... ur videos excite me !!! Lol
It's been on awhile now , it's really windy and cold . So it's suckin the heat . Plus I don't have a S and S . Just old indirect on one side . They are getting crispy but not quite done yet . I am excited to see the end results . I'll add more pics when they are done .
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Title: Re: Slow'N Sear VS Vortex -- comparison and test cook
Post by: fedex on November 09, 2017, 04:44:39 PM
Post by: fedex on November 09, 2017, 04:44:39 PM
I'm gonna try this soon but I'm going to use my Summit Charcoal Grill. Hottest I've had it up to is 600°.
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Title: Re: Slow'N Sear VS Vortex -- comparison and test cook
Post by: Dc_smoke309 on November 09, 2017, 04:51:45 PM
Post by: Dc_smoke309 on November 09, 2017, 04:51:45 PM
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20171110/a02d5dbe9c7efa647aa3afe9f24ee116.jpg)
Let them cool add see what happens !!!
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Let them cool add see what happens !!!
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Title: Re: Slow'N Sear VS Vortex -- comparison and test cook
Post by: Dc_smoke309 on November 09, 2017, 04:59:18 PM
Post by: Dc_smoke309 on November 09, 2017, 04:59:18 PM
They were very good ! I should have taken them off a few mins sooner but the damn wind was not my friend . Will love to do this again !
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Title: Re: Slow'N Sear VS Vortex -- comparison and test cook
Post by: Larry on November 09, 2017, 07:45:03 PM
Post by: Larry on November 09, 2017, 07:45:03 PM
That Kettle Fried Chicken looks and sounds (as you bite into it) amazing. It appears that the vortex chicken looked more uniform in color than the Slow N Sear chicken. But as long as they both taste great, use what is the easiest. Thanks for another entertaining and informative video.
Title: Re: Slow'N Sear VS Vortex -- comparison and test cook
Post by: mhiszem on November 10, 2017, 04:44:40 AM
Post by: mhiszem on November 10, 2017, 04:44:40 AM
Great video. Thanks Troy!
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Title: Re: Slow'N Sear VS Vortex -- comparison and test cook
Post by: vader06 on November 10, 2017, 05:57:20 AM
Post by: vader06 on November 10, 2017, 05:57:20 AM
Great video and the chicken looks so good!
Title: Re: Slow'N Sear VS Vortex -- comparison and test cook
Post by: Neil_VT00 on November 10, 2017, 06:12:25 AM
Post by: Neil_VT00 on November 10, 2017, 06:12:25 AM
Another great video Troy. Inspiration to cook some wings this weekend!
Title: Re: Slow'N Sear VS Vortex -- comparison and test cook
Post by: Homerdog on November 10, 2017, 06:31:38 AM
Post by: Homerdog on November 10, 2017, 06:31:38 AM
Will have to give this a try. Thanks Troy.
Title: Re: Slow'N Sear VS Vortex -- comparison and test cook
Post by: Troy on November 10, 2017, 09:54:39 PM
Post by: Troy on November 10, 2017, 09:54:39 PM
Thanks everyone!
While I have dualling Lime 22s set up, what else should I compare?
While I have dualling Lime 22s set up, what else should I compare?
Title: Re: Slow'N Sear VS Vortex -- comparison and test cook
Post by: bbquy on November 11, 2017, 05:28:43 AM
Post by: bbquy on November 11, 2017, 05:28:43 AM
Awesome video Troy! I just got my Slow N Sear last night for my 26er!
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Title: Re: Slow'N Sear VS Vortex -- comparison and test cook
Post by: Big Dawg on November 11, 2017, 09:11:08 AM
Post by: Big Dawg on November 11, 2017, 09:11:08 AM
Great looking legs there, Troy. I've never done battered bird on the grill, but will be giving it a try, thanks for the video ! ! !
Oh and I agree with the conclusion. I also have both but almost never use the Vortex since getting the SnS.
BD
Oh and I agree with the conclusion. I also have both but almost never use the Vortex since getting the SnS.
BD
Title: Re: Slow'N Sear VS Vortex -- comparison and test cook
Post by: 4snday on November 13, 2017, 03:30:06 PM
Post by: 4snday on November 13, 2017, 03:30:06 PM
Any chance for the recipe please?
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Title: Re: Slow'N Sear VS Vortex -- comparison and test cook
Post by: Foster Dahlet on November 13, 2017, 04:31:02 PM
Post by: Foster Dahlet on November 13, 2017, 04:31:02 PM
Awesome video @Troy. I love making KFC with my SnS+. But I have not tried your recipe....please post the recipe so we can give it a shot
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