Hot-Smoked Duck in a Smoker
Description
A tasty appetizer for any gathering. If you have wondered how to smoke a duck, this recipe is for you. First, pluck the bird, gut it, and rinse it with water. Then rub it with salt and pepper and let it rest for half an hour. Put alder wood chips in the smoker, set the rack, and place the duck on it. Cover with the lid and set over medium heat. The duck will smoke until done in about 40–45 minutes. Remove the smoker with the finished smoked duck from the heat, let it cool slightly, then open it and enjoy your meal.
Instructions
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Step 1
Pluck the duck, gut it, and rinse thoroughly with water. Sprinkle with salt.
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Step 2
And pepper. Rub the salt and pepper well into the meat and let it rest for half an hour.
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Step 3
Meanwhile, let's prepare the smoker. Spread alder wood chips on the bottom.
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Step 4
Place the fat drip tray and rack in the smoker, put the duck on the rack. Cover with the lid and cook over medium heat. The duck will smoke until done, about 40–45 minutes.
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Step 5
After this time has elapsed, remove the smoker from the heat, let it cool slightly, then open it and enjoy your meal.