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Every "BBQ/grilling" I ever had where they used lighter fluid, the end product ALWAYS tasted like lighter fluid. That is why I now use Lump charcoal and a chimney to start it. I have also always heard "NEVER use lighter fluid in the Egg."
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I prefer diesel over gasoline. Jet fuel in a pinch.
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RRP said:Botch said:
@RRP suggested that the OP's fluid was pure alcohol (which it may be), and hence cannot taint the food (and lots of folks here use alcohol to light).Stillwater, MN -
RRP said:BilZol said:
Now, I still don't know who Myron is, don't really care. Never said his food stunk. I said that I bet his lighter fluid did. Comprehension, give it a whirl. It's amazing when you get the hang of it.
http://porkbarrelbbq.com/the-25-most-influential-people-in-bbq-number-5-myron-mixon/
I don't mean any disrespectime but I guess I'm not into the BBQ world. Don't follow sports teams either. I cook what I like and my family and friends seem to as well. I've been influenced more by my piers then anyone on a competitive circuit. I'll look through his cookbook at some point I'm sure but am finding Eric Mitchell's books quite enjoyable right now.
You sir are more likely to influence my experience in cooking then Myron, but more power to him. I'll get around to his book eventually.Bill Denver, CO
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Botch said:dopey said:@BBQBuddy would have deserved the troll button,
but so many responses appeared to think he was serious.... Slow clap, good job sir
@RRP suggested that the OP's fluid was pure alcohol (which it may be), and hence cannot taint the food (and lots of folks here use alcohol to light).
@BilZol claims that "it stinks"; I've actually never used lighter fluid so it may, I'm gonna be checking a few cans with my reading glasses next time I'm in Lowe's/HD. I could easily understand there are fluids out there that are not alcohol or have other additives. Regardless, I would think ligher fluid would be aimed at the lump, and if a few drops hit the ceramic, yeah, it could soak in, but as the heat rises volatiles, any volatiles, "soaked" into the ceramic would quickly gas off and burn.
Myron Mixon has published at least two books on barbequeing, and has won many national contests, but yeah, I bet his food stinks of lighter fluid.
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@Lit That would've been Lee Ann Whippen of Wood Chicks BBQ. I remember that episode. I believe they were borrowed eggs.
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blasting said:
I give up. I typed two terrific replies, and each time decided I'd regret it in the AM.“There are three rules that I live by: never get less than twelve hours sleep; never play cards with a guy who has the same first name as a city; and never get involved with a woman with a tattoo of a dagger on her body.”
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Lighter fluid adds the "terrior" of American back-yard BBQ (as you probably remember dad's) to the flavor of the food.
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nolaegghead said:Lighter fluid adds the "terrior" of American back-yard BBQ (as you probably remember dad's) to the flavor of the food.
At least the fumes never screwed up my jellllll hic olookasquirrel!_____________Tin soldiers and Johnson's coming...
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Botch said:nolaegghead said:Lighter fluid adds the "terrior" of American back-yard BBQ (as you probably remember dad's) to the flavor of the food.
At least the fumes never screwed up my jellllll hic olookasquirrel!
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I would never use lighter fluid in my egg. I don't have the patience for it. This is what I use.
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Botch said:
Louisville, GA - 2 Large BGE's -
It seems like it might be worth a try. As mentioned plenty of people use some type of alternative liquid or fuel to ignite and this might be something completely different than standard lighter fluid. That is how they are marketing it anyway.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SQskZw3sgtQ
FWIW it has pretty mixed reviews.
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Pretty sure @BBQBuddy is a sheNarcoossee, FL
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theyolksonyou said:I prefer diesel over gasoline. Jet fuel in a pinch.
Wonder why this didn't show up in my notifications?
Indianapolis, IN
BBQ is a celebration of culture in America. It is the closest thing we have to the wines and cheeses of Europe.
Drive a few hundred miles in any direction, and the experience changes dramatically.
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BilZol said:So at least your used to losing arguments.
I'm sure the volatile parts of the lighter fluid flash off, I'm sure they evaporate. So does gasoline. It still stinks when all is said and done.
Now, I still don't know who Myron is, don't really care. Never said his food stunk. I said that I bet his lighter fluid did. Comprehension, give it a whirl. It's amazing when you get the hang of it.I hate it when I go to the kitchen for food and all I find are ingredients!
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Carolina Q said:BilZol said:So at least your used to losing arguments.
I'm sure the volatile parts of the lighter fluid flash off, I'm sure they evaporate. So does gasoline. It still stinks when all is said and done.
Now, I still don't know who Myron is, don't really care. Never said his food stunk. I said that I bet his lighter fluid did. Comprehension, give it a whirl. It's amazing when you get the hang of it.
Wow, if that was uncivil in your book based on what I was responding to you should probably block me. Did you even read what I was responding to??Bill Denver, CO
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based on the product info, this lighter fluid is (likely) made from coconut oils hydrogenated to C12-C14 alcohols
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Darby_Crenshaw said:based on the product info, this lighter fluid is (likely) made from coconut oils hydrogenated to C12-C14 alcohols
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i still remember how good leaded gas used to smell. this new gas stinks but it still starts a good firefukahwee maineyou can lead a fish to water but you can not make him drink it
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So, if anyone is really interested, the product is ethanol with bitrex, per the msds (http://www.homedepot.com/catalog/pdfImages/3f/3fe4c01a-03c3-4903-b9bb-0b166640196a.pdf)
Should be safe, odorless, and not effect food taste. Personally, I'm very happy with my propane torch & will stick with that. -
Darby_Crenshaw said:based on the product info, this lighter fluid is (likely) made from coconut oils hydrogenated to C12-C14 alcohols
If that means my backyard will smell like the beach all my BBQs will turn into luaus. I'm in!
Bill Denver, CO
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I prefer Castor Oil i get the same blue smoke in half the time.Hermosa Beach CA
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So they took fatty acids (from vegetables most likely) and turned them in to esters. And added ethanol. The esterification decreased the boiling point of the fatty acids. Added some proprietary agent - BITREX, whatever the hell that is.
Sounds pretty food-safe to me.
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johnkitchens said:
Location- Just "this side" of Biloxi, Ms.
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2 Large BGE, MiniMax, Miami, FL
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Steve619 said:So, if anyone is really interested, the product is ethanol with bitrex, per the msds (http://www.homedepot.com/catalog/pdfImages/3f/3fe4c01a-03c3-4903-b9bb-0b166640196a.pdf)
Should be safe, odorless, and not effect food taste. Personally, I'm very happy with my propane torch & will stick with that.
My uncle had a kamado close to 50 yrs ago. He actually ordered it from Japan. He used mineral spirits!! LOL It didn't even have a temp gauge..he just fired it up and let er rip! Best turkey I ever had...2 Large BGE, MiniMax, Miami, FL -
Steve619 said:So, if anyone is really interested, the product is ethanol with bitrex, per the msds (http://www.homedepot.com/catalog/pdfImages/3f/3fe4c01a-03c3-4903-b9bb-0b166640196a.pdf)
Should be safe, odorless, and not effect food taste. Personally, I'm very happy with my propane torch & will stick with that._____________Tin soldiers and Johnson's coming...
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blasting said:
I give up. I typed two terrific replies, and each time decided I'd regret it in the AM.Sandy Springs & Dawsonville Ga
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