<![CDATA[This could be my new favorite brat...]]>The chorizo seasoning is simply wonderful. It has great chili flavor and a slight bit of heat. I’ve been eating Johnsonville chorizo recently as it was on sale. I was surprised by how good they were. The Excalibur seasoning really holds it’s own compared to the store bought offerings.

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I ground boneless/skinless chicken thighs with with close to a 30% mix of pork fat twice through the 3/16" plate. I wanted to make sure mine were bursting with flavor so I increased the recommended seasoning from 17 grams per pound to 18 and added a TBL of crushed red pepper to a 5 lbs batch for some extra heat. I’m glad I did because it may not have had the heat I was looking for without it. I also used the recommended amount of white vinegar. I didn’t notice a vinegar character with the test patties I made but by morning you could certainly smell it while loading the stuffer. It added a subtle twang that was just right.

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My only complaint is minor…they weren’t as ‘red’ as traditional chorizo. Not that that affects the flavor. I have a pretty intensely red chili powder I may add on the next batch…there will be many, many more batches of the chorizo in my future!

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]]>https://waltonsdev.nodebb.com/topic/1473/this-could-be-my-new-favorite-bratRSS for NodeFri, 11 Sep 2026 01:29:40 GMTTue, 16 Jul 2019 21:24:59 GMT60<![CDATA[Reply to This could be my new favorite brat... on Wed, 24 Jul 2019 17:18:47 GMT]]>jason b I think the cheddarwurst brat seasoning would be a natural pairing too. I might try that one this weekend as well!

]]>https://waltonsdev.nodebb.com/post/6854https://waltonsdev.nodebb.com/post/6854Wed, 24 Jul 2019 17:18:47 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to This could be my new favorite brat... on Wed, 24 Jul 2019 17:15:03 GMT]]>Joe Hell awesome thanks so much greatly appreciate it! gotta try it this weekend

]]>https://waltonsdev.nodebb.com/post/6852https://waltonsdev.nodebb.com/post/6852Wed, 24 Jul 2019 17:15:03 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to This could be my new favorite brat... on Wed, 24 Jul 2019 15:31:38 GMT]]>jason b Again I mixed the chorizo seasoning with the PK brand chili at a 2:1 ratio. You could probably sub just about any other chili powder. I’m pretty sure I used Pecan pellets on this one…in any case I’d suggest ones on the lighter side. Most bags of pellets will have their own recommendations. I set the temp to 425 and the ‘P’ setting to 4. I then started my prep. Using a ziploc bag I tossed the cauliflower with avocado oil and a liberal amount of seasoning. Once the grill was to temp I transferred the veggies to a bakers cooling rack and gave another light drizzle of oil and dusting of spice. Cook time was about 20 minutes, (or until tender) flipping as needed.

They turned out really good. So good, that it was all I had for dinner. The chorizo seasoning seems to be a do-it-all workhorse. I’m going to have fun playing around with this one!

The cauliflower also passed the ‘cold chicken’ test out of the fridge this morning. There was a definite grilled and slightly smoky character. It really reminded me of flavors I associate with grilled chicken.

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]]>https://waltonsdev.nodebb.com/post/6850https://waltonsdev.nodebb.com/post/6850Wed, 24 Jul 2019 15:31:38 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to This could be my new favorite brat... on Wed, 24 Jul 2019 04:18:32 GMT]]>Joe Hell it all looks great! interested in the cauliflower…I just got a pitboss tailgater and love it. How did you roast the cauliflower? temp time did you do it in a pan? thanks so much

]]>https://waltonsdev.nodebb.com/post/6849https://waltonsdev.nodebb.com/post/6849Wed, 24 Jul 2019 04:18:32 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to This could be my new favorite brat... on Wed, 24 Jul 2019 03:56:56 GMT]]>Pit Boss Roasted Chorizo Cauliflower…why not? Tastes like chicken! (Wings)

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]]>https://waltonsdev.nodebb.com/post/6847https://waltonsdev.nodebb.com/post/6847Wed, 24 Jul 2019 03:56:56 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to This could be my new favorite brat... on Mon, 22 Jul 2019 19:57:12 GMT]]>Jonathon I just gave them a good dusting and refrigerated for a few hours. I might go for a powdered vinegar seasoning to finish them. I’ve had acid do weird things with chicken. I tried the same mix last night on popcorn and it was awesome! I’m going to make some almonds tonight.

]]>https://waltonsdev.nodebb.com/post/6786https://waltonsdev.nodebb.com/post/6786Mon, 22 Jul 2019 19:57:12 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to This could be my new favorite brat... on Mon, 22 Jul 2019 19:47:33 GMT]]>Joe Hell Chorizo grilled chicken wings? Did you marinate them in the chorizo and water? I’d think mixing in a little vinegar and then marinating them for a few hours and then sprinkle a little more on them just before you go to grill them would be a good idea!

]]>https://waltonsdev.nodebb.com/post/6785https://waltonsdev.nodebb.com/post/6785Mon, 22 Jul 2019 19:47:33 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to This could be my new favorite brat... on Mon, 22 Jul 2019 14:40:23 GMT]]>Jonathon I mixed the PK with chorizo seasoning and used on chicken wings and they turned out fantastic! 2209BD17-914B-4358-89E7-63C2FA47AFDC.jpeg

]]>https://waltonsdev.nodebb.com/post/6777https://waltonsdev.nodebb.com/post/6777Mon, 22 Jul 2019 14:40:23 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to This could be my new favorite brat... on Mon, 22 Jul 2019 14:18:20 GMT]]>Joe Hell I am with PaulGrant please let us know how the JK red chili powder works out!

]]>https://waltonsdev.nodebb.com/post/6773https://waltonsdev.nodebb.com/post/6773Mon, 22 Jul 2019 14:18:20 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to This could be my new favorite brat... on Wed, 17 Jul 2019 21:02:19 GMT]]>I’m definitely putting this on my “to do” list, and I’m also curious about the outcome of the red chili powder for both taste and color. Thanks for sharing!

]]>https://waltonsdev.nodebb.com/post/6731https://waltonsdev.nodebb.com/post/6731Wed, 17 Jul 2019 21:02:19 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to This could be my new favorite brat... on Wed, 17 Jul 2019 01:49:25 GMT]]>Jonathon Your praise of this seasoning was a huge influence!

]]>https://waltonsdev.nodebb.com/post/6708https://waltonsdev.nodebb.com/post/6708Wed, 17 Jul 2019 01:49:25 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to This could be my new favorite brat... on Wed, 17 Jul 2019 01:33:05 GMT]]>Joe Hell you all had to wait till I was away to try and talk about the chorizo?!?!? Seriously one of my favorites and something that is always in my freezer!

]]>https://waltonsdev.nodebb.com/post/6706https://waltonsdev.nodebb.com/post/6706Wed, 17 Jul 2019 01:33:05 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to This could be my new favorite brat... on Wed, 17 Jul 2019 01:30:41 GMT]]>craigrice They look awesome! and i loved canned beef! Haven’t thought about that is 20 years… Every time I start with a new recipe I think back to what was available 100 years ago and start there. Hasn’t failed me yet and I’m slow to get on the carrot fiber and all the new stuff bandwagon. I want to, just hard to stray from family tradition. I make what I like and if others like it too, great. If not, I don’t lose any sleep over it that’s for sure!

]]>https://waltonsdev.nodebb.com/post/6704https://waltonsdev.nodebb.com/post/6704Wed, 17 Jul 2019 01:30:41 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to This could be my new favorite brat... on Tue, 16 Jul 2019 23:31:58 GMT]]>Joe Hell let me know how it workes

]]>https://waltonsdev.nodebb.com/post/6703https://waltonsdev.nodebb.com/post/6703Tue, 16 Jul 2019 23:31:58 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to This could be my new favorite brat... on Tue, 16 Jul 2019 22:27:36 GMT]]>craigrice This is the Kashmiri chili powder I will experiment with on subsequent batches.

Product description: JK Masale’s superior vibrant red Kashmiri red chili powder will add a subtle flavor and gorgeous color to your cooking! Similar in flavor to sweet paprika, it is known for its mild heat and deep red color.

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]]>https://waltonsdev.nodebb.com/post/6702https://waltonsdev.nodebb.com/post/6702Tue, 16 Jul 2019 22:27:36 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to This could be my new favorite brat... on Tue, 16 Jul 2019 22:14:23 GMT]]>Joe Hell people seem to forget the old timers knew something we forgot

]]>https://waltonsdev.nodebb.com/post/6701https://waltonsdev.nodebb.com/post/6701Tue, 16 Jul 2019 22:14:23 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to This could be my new favorite brat... on Tue, 16 Jul 2019 22:12:25 GMT]]>craigrice lol. Yes indeed!

]]>https://waltonsdev.nodebb.com/post/6700https://waltonsdev.nodebb.com/post/6700Tue, 16 Jul 2019 22:12:25 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to This could be my new favorite brat... on Tue, 16 Jul 2019 22:11:38 GMT]]>Joe Hell my grandparents were born in the 1890’,s very old school

]]>https://waltonsdev.nodebb.com/post/6698https://waltonsdev.nodebb.com/post/6698Tue, 16 Jul 2019 22:11:38 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to This could be my new favorite brat... on Tue, 16 Jul 2019 22:08:31 GMT]]>craigrice I will be doing a lot of canning and dehydrating this year!

]]>https://waltonsdev.nodebb.com/post/6697https://waltonsdev.nodebb.com/post/6697Tue, 16 Jul 2019 22:08:31 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to This could be my new favorite brat... on Tue, 16 Jul 2019 22:02:52 GMT]]>Joe Hell my grandparents were almost Mennonite they did every thing old school that is how I do everything even beef canned in jars

]]>https://waltonsdev.nodebb.com/post/6696https://waltonsdev.nodebb.com/post/6696Tue, 16 Jul 2019 22:02:52 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to This could be my new favorite brat... on Tue, 16 Jul 2019 21:58:15 GMT]]>craigrice I have to store some stuff in my folks freezer which always runs the risk of my dad getting into it. LOL.

]]>https://waltonsdev.nodebb.com/post/6695https://waltonsdev.nodebb.com/post/6695Tue, 16 Jul 2019 21:58:15 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to This could be my new favorite brat... on Tue, 16 Jul 2019 21:54:50 GMT]]>Joe Hell I have 2 freezers I can and freeze vegetables freeze home made soups and anything else on sale when I make soup I make a big batch and freeze it

]]>https://waltonsdev.nodebb.com/post/6694https://waltonsdev.nodebb.com/post/6694Tue, 16 Jul 2019 21:54:50 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to This could be my new favorite brat... on Tue, 16 Jul 2019 21:47:33 GMT]]>craigrice I only have a #8 at the moment but it was one hell of an upgrade compared to using a Kitchen-Aid attachment. lol. 10 lbs is about all I can do with it easily. I don’t have much freezer room between grinds so that is my main obstacle.

]]>https://waltonsdev.nodebb.com/post/6693https://waltonsdev.nodebb.com/post/6693Tue, 16 Jul 2019 21:47:33 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to This could be my new favorite brat... on Tue, 16 Jul 2019 21:45:10 GMT]]>Joe Hell I just bought the #12 small grinder and it works as expected no complaints not like the Hobart I used as a younger man

]]>https://waltonsdev.nodebb.com/post/6692https://waltonsdev.nodebb.com/post/6692Tue, 16 Jul 2019 21:45:10 GMT