How many Apple Wood Chunks Do I need

[Kenny S]

I don't want to over do the smoke. I was thinking three/four chunks.

 

[Chris Allingham]

I like 2-3 fist sized chunks or equivalent.

 

[Kenny S]

Thanks. Mine are slightly smaller so I will add a fourth. WSM is just begging for the turkey!

 

[fritz]

I find this ratio to work for me. From Amazingribs.com :

"How much is enough? It is best to weigh the amount of wood you use so you can increase or decrease it as you wish in future cooks. The amount you need will vary depending on your preferences, how tight your cooker is, they type of fuel, the thickness of the meat, and if you use chunks, chips, or pellets. Pellets are especially good for measured amounts.

Here's where to start your experiments: On charcoal, use no more than 8 ounces by weight of wood for ribs. Use no more than 16 ounces for pulled pork and brisket, and no more than 4 ounces for turkey and chicken. Add it in doses. Put on about two ounces when you put on the meat and add another two ounces when you can no longer see smoke. On gas grills, double the amount. "

 

[Tony R]

How many chunks did you use after all???
Did you like the smoke flavor? Anything you would change ?

 

[Paul Pearson]

When I did my turkeys I used 1 chunk each of pecan, cherry, and apple. Each was fist/tennis ball sized and it had good smoke flavor. I put them all in at once after dumping the fire and topping the ring off with unlit kbb.

 

[Bob H.]

I like to use 3 or 4 fist size chunks of apple wood, and make sure that you save the drippings for smokey turkey gravy.

 

[Alan F]

I would use one good one.

 

[Ray Crick]

I am smoking a 13 lb turkey today and have selected 3 fist sized chunks of apple.

Ray