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Anyone roto meat directly over the coals?

Started by LightningBoldtz, March 01, 2017, 07:56:55 AM

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LightningBoldtz

I see a lot of post where it is indirect cooking but anyone go direct over the coals?
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I haven't done that, but it sounds like an interesting idea to try. My thought is that the surface would cook way too fast and the inside would not get cooked enough.

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Quote from: LightningBoldtz on March 01, 2017, 07:56:55 AM
I see a lot of post where it is indirect cooking but anyone go direct over the coals?

You can do this, but it is low and slow, about 20 briquettes per hour, for several hours (3 or 4), no charcoal on the sides (only underneath) & no lid.

This is where you can learn the method.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xMfcFAehvQI

FWIW, I stick to indirect and closed lid.  And the video is maddeningly slow for me.  So, you can skip to about 13 minute mark.
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I have done it with a big hunk of beef.  Turned out pretty good.
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I also do it to finish-off a whole bird.

http://weberkettleclub.com/forums/bbq-food-pics/this-rotisserie-chicken-turned-out-fantastic/

I remember @SixZeroFour doing a whole turkey over the coals for the entire cook.

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I'll sometimes spread a few coals between the baskets or piles so the fats dips on them and makes some smoke, especially for wings in the basket


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Absolutely.  I have a Carson Rodizio kit, which I use with a 22 inch Weber kettle.  I cook directly over charcoal with no issues.

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Quote from: MDiBar on March 01, 2017, 05:36:08 PM
Absolutely.  I have a Carson Rodizio kit, which I use with a 22 inch Weber kettle.  I cook directly over charcoal with no issues.

I'll cook indirect, at that price point.
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Quote from: TheDude on March 01, 2017, 06:34:01 PM
Quote from: MDiBar on March 01, 2017, 05:36:08 PM
Absolutely.  I have a Carson Rodizio kit, which I use with a 22 inch Weber kettle.  I cook directly over charcoal with no issues.

I'll cook indirect, at that price point.

I bought it during the Kickstarter campaign, so I did not pay full price.