KarenDeel
Culinary Explorer
Hey everyone! Just tried this amazing Smoked Meatloaf recipe and it's a game changer! The smoky flavor takes it to a whole new level. Perfect for BBQ nights or just when you want something hearty and delicious. Give it a go and let me know what you think!
Smoked Meatloaf Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 cup onion, diced
- 6 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 pound ground pork
- 1 pound ground beef
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup panko breadcrumbs
- 3 tablespoons meatloaf seasoning
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- ½ cup BBQ sauce
Instructions
- Preheat the Smoker
- Set the smoker to 225°F.
- Prepare the Aromatics
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Sauté the onions for 4-5 minutes.
- Add minced garlic and sauté for an additional minute.
- Remove from heat and set aside.
- Combine Ingredients
- In a large bowl, combine ground pork, ground beef, eggs, breadcrumbs, meatloaf seasoning, and Worcestershire sauce.
- Add the cooked onions and garlic. Mix gently with your hands until just combined. Avoid over-mixing to prevent the meatloaf from becoming tough.
- Shape the Meatloaf
- Form the mixture into a loaf shape.
- Place the meatloaf on a grill-safe pan, wire rack, or a piece of heavy-duty foil folded in half for extra strength.
- Smoke the Meatloaf
- Place the meatloaf in the preheated smoker.
- Smoke for 30 minutes.
- Glaze the Meatloaf
- After 30 minutes, brush ¼ cup of BBQ sauce over the top and sides of the meatloaf.
- Continue smoking for an additional 1 ½ hours.
- Monitor the Temperature
- Begin checking the internal temperature of the meatloaf after 2 hours of smoking.
- Check every 15 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 160°F. Total smoking time should be between 2 ½ to 3 hours.
- Finish and Rest
- Once the meatloaf reaches 160°F, remove it from the smoker.
- Brush with the remaining ¼ cup of BBQ sauce.
- Allow the meatloaf to rest for at least 15 minutes to prevent it from crumbling when sliced.
- Serve
- Cut the meatloaf into 8 slices and serve.
Just made this Smoked Meatloaf recipe and I'm obsessed! The smoky flavor is out of this world. Perfect for impressing at BBQs or just treating yourself. Seriously, you need to try this!