I want to try and make an attempt at a batch of snack sticks this fall. Anyone have any suggestions on seasonings for my first attempt? I do like the bbq sticks that I can buy locally at a couple meat shops. I plan to try the encapsulation citric acid also. I understand I will need a binder does anyone have a suggestion on what they like? I am under the impression that I want the vent of the smoker open during the start of the process but then close it. Also to have a pan of water in the smoker?
I have a grinder , obviously I think it will be easier to stuff with a sausage stuffer. I know I will need the casings , seasoning, ECA , binder and believe a cure should come with the seasoning. Are there any other items that anyone thinks I might need ? Also if I lay them on the racks vs hanging them should I rotate them during the smoke for an even cook?
I understand that the ECA should be added after it’s pretty much mixed and then stuffed and smoked. I would like to get the items ordered that I need so that I have them on hand. Any suggestions or tips are appreciated. Thanks

Wondering if anyone has made snack sticks in a masterbuilt smoker I have a ms130 I believe and wasn’t sure how many pounds I could fit in there at a time. Getting ready to place an order for seasonings and high temp cheese. If I have to do small batches I may try a few different cheeses. Thanks

bckarl said in Snack sticks , masterbuilt smoker?:

JohninPa -funny you posted this. I am literally doing the exact same thing tomorrow. I hope someone answers soon! I’m trying to do 15lbs. I was planning on rolling it into rings and placing it on the shelves as opposed to hanging it. I think you get a lot more real estate that way. I’ll keep you posted.

If you don’t mind let me know how many you fit in your smoker.

Anyone stuff snack sticks with a grinder? I know it will probably be a pain but am thinking of giving it a try just for my first batch. Then if I am happy with how the sticks turn out I will invest in a stuffer. Also any suggestions on how big or small of a batch to try for the first time ?