Pecans

kdubMember

Q'ers,
I have some old Pecan trees in the back yard, every two years the yard is flooded with Pecans wrapped in their husks. After doing a search on our site for "pecans" I still need more information. My questions are: 1) Can I use the pecans (husks, shells and all) in my smokette? 2) Do I need to let them dry out? 3)if so, how long does it take for a pecan to dry 4) I weigh my wood chunks before they go into the smokette; should I use the same weights for the pecans even though they are less dence than wood? 5) Any techniques out there for a guy who is trying to use the local bounty to improve his BBQ.
Thanks folks,
From Texas,
Kdub

11/30/098:04 AM

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pagsMember

I'd smoke them using the same amount of wood you use with other smokes. They need to dry as much as you'd dry them for other uses. Smoking them doesn't change that. With almonds, I've never worried how dry they are. Just buy them and smoke them.

But I don't understand why you'd want to smoke them with the shells still on. Smoke won't penetrate the shells. I guess you would still get roasted pecans, but that can be accomplished in your oven. If you want smoke flavoring, they need to be shelled IMHO.

11/30/099:27 AM

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tomMember

I'm thinking he is using them for fuel.

Most folks use wood,or even the shells.

If so,gather up a couple cups and toss in woodbox.

Chickens are cheap,so buy one and smoke it.

For a couple dollars,and the practice,you'll have an idea.

11/30/099:36 AM

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kdubMember

Gents,
Sorry I should have been more specific. I have heard of rumors that one could use pecans (husks, shells, and all) as fuel in the smokette. I've also heard that the pecans produce a wonderful smoke that is excellent for BBQ. Any truth this this rumor. Once again, I am wondering about using the pecans as the fuel instead of the wood. Anyone here try this before? Thanks again.
Semper BBQ,
Kdub

11/30/0911:36 AM

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I use Pecan wood all the time, but not the shells, but I know people that do.

My suggestion and this applies to all "tests" is buy a cheap, whole chicken, throw some in and see how it goes. Monitor the smoke itself, how they burn and the end result.

11/30/092:12 PM

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pagsMember

My bad. Certainly better than smoking the nuts with the shells on.