Smoked Meatloaf
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
2 hrs 30 mins
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Total Time
2 hrs 40 mins
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Servings
8 slices
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Calories
391 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Smoked Meatloaf
Description
The Smoked Meatloaf combines ground pork and beef with a seasoned mixture including eggs, panko breadcrumbs, a meatloaf seasoning blend, and Worcestershire sauce. Onions and garlic are sautéed first to bring out their sweetness and soften them before folding into the meat blend. The loaf is shaped and placed on a grill-safe surface then smoked at a low temperature (225°F) for several hours. After the first 30 minutes, a barbecue sauce glaze is applied to add moisture and a tangy finish. The smoking times vary between 2 to 3 hours; temperature monitoring is crucial, aiming for 160°F internal temperature to ensure it is cooked through but tender.
This smoking method adds a subtle wood-fired flavor and creates the traditional pink smoke ring. The meatloaf slices well once rested and is suitable for hearty meals. Various glaze alternatives like pepper jelly, bacon jam, or honey mustard can be used for different flavor profiles. The recipe yields 8 slices, recommending two slices per person.
For those preferring low-carb options, substituting pork panko and sugar-free BBQ sauce reduces carbohydrates. Leftover meatloaf stores well for up to 6 days refrigerated and reheats nicely in the microwave, stove, or oven. The recipe supports doubling for larger gatherings by simply forming two loaves and adjusting smoking time accordingly.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 cup onion diced
- 6 cloves garlic minced
- 1 pound ground pork
- 1 pound ground beef
- 2 egg large
- ½ cup panko breadcrumbs
- 3 tablespoons meatloaf seasoning click link for the recipe
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- ½ cup BBQ sauce
Instructions
- Preheat a smoker to 225°F.
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet on the stove over medium high heat.
- Add the onions, saute for 4-5 minutes, add the garlic and saute for an additional minute. Remove from the heat and set aside.
- Add the ground pork, ground beef, eggs, breadcrumbs, meatloaf seasoning and worcestershire sauce to a large bowl.
- Add the cooked onion and garlic, then use your hands to combine everything, but do not over mix it, or the meatloaf will become tough.
- Form the mixture into a loaf shape.
- Place the meatloaf on a grill-safe pan, wire rack, or piece of heavy duty foil, folded in half to make it thicker and stronger.
- Place the meatloaf in the smoker.
- Cook for 30 minutes, then brush ¼ cup bbq sauce over the top and sides of the meatloaf.
- Cook for an additional 1 ½ hours, then start checking the temperature. Continue checking the temperature every 15 minutes after this, until the internal temperature reaches 160°F. It should take between 2 ½ - 3 hours to smoke the meatloaf.
- Once it reaches the internal temp of 160°F, remove the meatloaf from the smoker and brush with the remaining ¼ cup bbq sauce.
- Always rest the meatloaf for at least 15 minutes after you remove it from the smoker. Otherwise it will crumble apart as you slice it.
- Cut into 8 slices and serve.
Notes
- Alternative glazes such as pepper jelly, bacon jam, apricot jam, white BBQ sauce, honey mustard, or marinara sauce can replace the BBQ sauce glaze.
- Use pork panko and sugar-free BBQ sauce to make a keto-friendly version with about 6 net carbs per slice.
- For added flavor, bacon wrap the meatloaf or stuff it with cheese following advanced instructions.
- The pink smoke ring inside does not indicate undercooking but results from the smoking process.
- This recipe makes about 8 slices; plan for 2 slices per person to serve 4 people.
- Double the recipe by shaping two loaves and adjust cooking time as needed.
- Use a meat thermometer to monitor internal temperature and avoid opening the smoker frequently.
- Recommended smoking woods include hickory, mesquite, or oak for flavor.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator up to 6 days; reheat by stove, microwave, or oven.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8slices
Amount Per Serving
Calories 391 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 391kcal | 20% |
| Carbohydrates | 15g | 5% |
| Protein | 22g | 44% |
| Fat | 27g | 42% |
| Saturated Fat | 9g | 45% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 12g | 60% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 122mg | 41% |
| Sodium | 778mg | 32% |
| Potassium | 480mg | 10% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 8g | 16% |
| Vitamin A | 307mg | 6% |
| Vitamin C | 4mg | 4% |
| Calcium | 59mg | 6% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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