Almond smoking wood

[kris lewis]

I just got back from a local joint that grills their steaks on a wood burning grill. The almond wood was just amazing how it impacted the NY strip but didn't over power it at all. It reminds me of oak that I had at another local Que joint.

Has anyone else experimented with grilling steaks or smoking meats with almond specifically since it grows like grass around here.

Kris

 

[Clark "Harbormaster" Hodgson]

I got a shipment of almond from a buddy in CA.
Not enough to use as a fuel source to grill over, but I use it as a smoke wood on the kettle. It's a really nice light smoke.
Typically, any nut or fruit wood is good for cooking.

 

[kris lewis]

Thanks. I still need to pick some up since it is all over my back yard."

 

[Barret]

I've cooked several times directly over lit apple wood chunks, and I've been very pleased with the results. I've done rib-eye steaks, chicken, and brats.

Sorry, I know the question here is about almond wood, but I just wanted to input my experience with apple wood. I would, however, LOVE to get my hands on almond wood! I'll definately look for some online and will order some next spring...