Today, we’re diving into the delicious world of smoked sausage burnt ends, using the Ninja Woodfire Grill to unlock amazing flavors.
Many home cooks struggle with achieving that perfect balance of smoke and tenderness in their sausage burnt ends. I think we can all agree, there’s nothing worse than biting into a sausage that’s as dry as the Sahara desert. But why does this happen? It often comes down to a lack of patience, and not understanding how to properly set up your grill for smoking. I mean, we’ve all been there, right? You fire up the smoker, throw on the sausage, and hope for the best. But hoping for the best usually ends in mediocrity.
The key to achieving that perfect balance is to master the art of smoking low and slow. This allows the smoke to penetrate deep into the sausage and infusing it with rich, complex flavors. And trust me, once you get the hang of it, you’ll be hooked. Nothing beats the satisfaction of serving up a platter of tender, juicy burnt ends that just melt in your mouth.
So, what are some common mistakes people make when trying to smoke sausage burnt ends? Well, one of the biggest mistakes is not using the right type of pellets for smoking. You want to use a pellet like pecan or oak, which will impart a deep, smoky flavor to the sausage.
We’ll walk you through the key steps, including selecting the right sausage, preparing the grill, and mastering the smoking technique to create mouthwatering burnt ends. And the star of the show is, of course, the Ninja Woodfire Grill. This thing is a beast when it comes to smoking, with its easy-to-use interface and precision temperature control. I mean, it’s literally a set-it-and-forget-it deal.
The first step is to select the right sausage. You want to choose a sausage that’s high in fat content. This will ensure that the sausage stays juicy and flavorful throughout the smoking process. Next, you need to prepare the grill by setting up the pellets and getting the temperature dialed in. And then, it’s just a matter of patience, letting the smoke work its magic.
As we move on to the smoking process, it’s essential to keep an eye on the temperature and adjust as needed. You don’t want the grill to get too hot, or you’ll end up with burnt sausage.
The moment we pull those beautifully smoked sausage burnt ends off the grill will be unforgettable. And let me tell you, the aroma that fills the air is incredible. It’s like a big ol’ hug for your nose.
As we bite into that sausage, you’ll be blown away by the tenderness and flavor. It’s like a party in your mouth, with the smoke, the spices, and the rich pork all coming together in perfect harmony. And the best part? It’s ridiculously easy to make. I mean, we’re not talking about some complicated, multi-step recipe here. No, this is backyard BBQ at its finest.
We’ll be serving these bad boys up with a side of tangy BBQ sauce. And let me tell you, it’s a match made in heaven. The smoky flavor of the sausage pairs perfectly with the sweetness of the BBQ sauce.
Ingredients:
- 1 pound smoked sausage.
- 1 tablespoon sweet and spicy BBQ rub.
- 1 cup BBQ sauce.
- 6 oz of butter, 1oz pats.
- 1 teaspoon hot sauce.
- 1 cup of brown sugar.
- 1 tablespoon honey.
Prep:
- Slice the sausage into 1 inch rounds.
- Coat the sausage in hot sauce as a binder to hold the BBQ rub.
- Cover the sausage with the BBQ rub.
- Add pellets to the Woodfire.
- Turn the Woodfire to smoker mode at 275F (135C) and set for 30 minutes.
- Add the sausage to the Woodfire, I used the grill plate in there.
- Shut the lid and smoke the sausage for 30 minutes.
- Once the 30 minutes is up, remove the sausage and add to an 8 x 8 dish.
- Mix in the BBQ Sauce, honey, butter and brown sugar.
- Cover with foil and cook for another 45 minutes, using the smoker mode.
- Once the 45 minutes is up, remove the foil, give the sausage a mix.
- Shut the lid and cook for another 15 minutes to set up the sauce.
- Remove from the Woodfire, serve and enjoy!
Equipment
- 1 Ninja Woodfire Grill
Ingredients
- 1 pd Smoked sausage
- 1 tbsp Sweet and spicy BBQ rub
- 1 cup BBQ sauce
- 6 oz Butter, 1oz pats
- 1 tsp Hot sauce
- 1 cup Brown sugar
- 1 tbsp Honey
Instructions
- Slice the sausage into 1 inch rounds.
- Coat the sausage in hot sauce as a binder to hold the BBQ rub.
- Cover the sausage with the BBQ rub.
- Add pellets to the Woodfire.
- Turn the Woodfire to smoker mode at 275F (135C) and set for 30 minutes.
- Add the sausage to the Woodfire, I used the grill plate in there.
- Shut the lid and smoke the sausage for 30 minutes.
- Once the 30 minutes is up, remove the sausage and add to an 8 x 8 dish.
- Mix in the BBQ Sauce, honey, butter and brown sugar.
- Cover with foil and cook for another 45 minutes, using the smoker mode.
- Once the 45 minutes is up, remove the foil, give the sausage a mix.
- Shut the lid and cook for another 15 minutes to set up the sauce.
- Remove from the Woodfire, serve and enjoy!