How Do You Clean A BBQ Smoker?
While using your BBQ smoker, build up will occur. This build up is a combination of food that sticks on the grate and smoke that builds up on the side called creosote. Cleaning your smoker will help keep it fully functional for years to come. Additionally, keeping the smoker clean is a way to reduce the risk of food contamination. Step 1 Wipe down the inside and outside of your smoker after each use. You can use a damp towel to do this. Harsh cleaning agents shouldn’t be used, as these can remain in the metal and contaminate foods when the smoker is used again. Step 2 Clean your BBQ smoker using a stainless steel wire brush. Step 3 Use a mixture of 4 cups of water, 1 cup of vinegar and ΒΌ cup of baking soda to clean stuck on foods. Step 4 Wipe the entire smoker with a damp towel and allow it to air dry before closing it to prevent rust. Step 5 Heat up to 400 degrees and sprayed it thoroughly with water to remove heavy buildup. This water will turn to steam, freeing up the buildup from t
