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What is an Electric Smoker?
An electric smoker utilizes a lower amount of heat over an extended period. This allows the fish or meat to absorb the piquancy from the wood chips without becoming dehydrated. Electric smokers are more convenient and easier to use than their traditional counterpart.
The traditional method of smoking or cooking fish and meat without the need for oil has been known for many years. Electric smokers are used for smoking foods by giving off smoke or steam to cook foods.
The majority of digital smokers come fitted with temperature and adjustment controls, which are vital components for smoking chicken or meat. Most of the good electric smokers also come with a heat generator that works automatically. This eliminates the need to burn wood or charcoal.
There are two major types available on the market today. These include vertical water smokers and electric smoker with remote control. It is important to learn about each type, so you know what to look for when shopping. Knowing the differences between the two main types of smokers also helps you understand which is most suitable for you.
We will be taking a look at them one after the other:
1. Vertical Water Smokers
These models have become popular among folks who don’t like their meat or fish smoked dry. Steam that is generated as a result of heat and water in this model of the electric smoker cooks the fish or meat while adding flavors without making the meat too dry.
2. Electric Smokers With Remotes
These types of smoker come with remote controls, which enables you to keep an eye on the timer and the temperature, as well as other features on your electric smoker without too much proximity. Using radio frequency, you can go for a walk around your backyard or inside the house (if the electric smoker is stationed outside on the patio) and still be able to not only monitor but also to regulate your electric smoker. This is great news if the sports channel is playing inside the house!