by Jameson Longanecker | May 10, 2024 | Cedar, News
By Matt Curmi Even before I began my career as a chef, I had long been an avid fan of cooking outdoors. Perhaps this has something to do with growing up on a boat and off grid, or maybe it just taps into our simpler origins; either way, when I began cooking...
by Joseph Miller | Apr 11, 2024 | News, Pairing-Plank, Salmon
It had been thirty years since I had been to this spot and cast my line into these waters. Excitement and anticipation filled the air; not only because I was returning to the Kenai River in Alaska with my brother and my sons, but because Alaska fish and game had just...
by Erin Brandt | Sep 12, 2022 | Plank Recipes, Recipes, Seafood
Grilled Fish Tacos with Yummy Spicy Sauce Fish tacos *should* be on everyone's menu at least weekly. Making the spicy sauce in this recipe from scratch will take these tacos to the next level of deliciousness. Use whatever fish you'd like, it will be...
by Erin Brandt | Aug 22, 2022 | Chicken, Recipes, Smoking Chips Recipes
Thai Inspired Smoked Chicken Bowl Colorful, simple, and delicious. This chicken and rice bowl is inspired by Thai flavors and fresh herbs and comes together in a snap. 1 ea Mango (diced)2 ea Persian Cucumbers (sliced)1 ea Jalapeño (sliced)1/2 cup Cilantro...
by Erin Brandt | Aug 10, 2022 | Plank Recipes, Recipes, Seafood
These tacos are quick to throw together and will absolutely become your new favorite! Total Time: 35 minutesServings: 4 Ingredients: 8 Tortillas, warmed Cedar Grilling Planks Cotija cheese, crumbled For the Shrimp Marinade Juice & Zest of 3 Limes 2 Tbsp Cilantro,...
by Erin Brandt | Jul 18, 2022 | Chicken, Plank Recipes, Recipes
Inspired by Vietnamese flavors, these chicken wings are the perfect combo of sweet, sticky, and savory. Total Time: Active Time 30 minutesServings: 4-6 people Ingredients: Cherry Grilling Planks 2 lbs. Chicken Wings 8 cloves Garlic, finely minced ¼ cup Fish Sauce ¼...
by Erin Brandt | Jul 4, 2022 | Chicken, Plank Recipes, Recipes
This is the ultimate party platter, loaded with goodies. This recipe focuses on the chicken part of the platter. You should have fun with the rest of the components – making your own hummus and tzatziki, or not! Total Time: 1-2 hoursServings: 4 Ingredients: For...
by Erin Brandt | Jun 20, 2022 | Recipes, Salmon, Seafood, Wrap Recipes
Fresh flavors are always welcome! This salmon/chipotle/mango combo is straight fire! Total Time: 30 minutesServings: 4 Ingredients: 1 lb. Salmon, cut into 4 portions 4 Cherry Grilling Wraps 1 Tbsp Oil 1 Tbsp Honey 1 Lime, zest and juice 1 tsp Smoked Paprika 1 tsp...
by Erin Brandt | Jun 6, 2022 | Recipes, Seafood
Arctic char is related to both salmon and trout and tastes somewhere between the two. Delicate and flaky with a nice thin skin, char is definitely worth a try! Total Time: 40 minutesServings: 4 Ingredients: Alder Grilling Plank 4 4-6 oz Arctic Char fillets 4 oranges...
by Erin Brandt | May 2, 2022 | Pork, Recipes, Smoking Chip Carousel, Smoking Chips Recipes, Spice Rub Recipes
Smoked ribs should taste like pork (not just sauce) with your seasoning and smoke acting as supporting roles. Tender and juicy with just a little bit of bite that tugs gently off the bone. Let’s get going… Total Time: 6 hoursServings: it depends...
by Erin Brandt | Apr 20, 2022 | Beef, Recipes, Smoking Chip Carousel, Smoking Chips Recipes
It’s hard to go wrong with classic grilled steak tacos. Use this recipe as a jump off point and tailor it to suit your tastes and what you have on hand – that is the beauty of tacos! Total Time: 20 minutes Servings: 4-6 Ingredients: 2 lb. Skirt Steak or...
by Erin Brandt | Apr 5, 2022 | Beef, Recipes, Smoking Chip Carousel, Smoking Chips Recipes, Spice Rub Recipes
Tri tip roasts are a great protein to smoke on your grill or smoker. Slice it thin and enjoy some tacos or loaded sandwiches! Total Time: 3 hoursServings: 3-5 Ingredients: Hickory Smoking ChipsAmerican Jerk Rub1 Tri Tip Roast, 3-5 lb.Dijon Mustard Chef's Tip If you...
