Thick Cut chops tonight

Central_Bama_Egger

10/10 at 375??? What do y'all suggest? Also, my boss has asked me to cook tomorrow for a company meal. About 20 filets wrapped in bacon. On his grill which is 24" cast iron pipe smoker. Any suggestions would be helpful.

Biggreenpharmacist

I cook my thick chops raised direct about 450.

SGH

Is the cooker in question a "smoker" only, or does it have a option to sear close to the coals?

Central_Bama_Egger

It has the option to sear probably 4-6" from the coals.

SGH

There is several ways that you can do the chops, you are only limited by the equipment that you have on hand. As stated above, raised direct is a excellent method. Also if you have the means, indirect until almost done followed by a quick sear to finish works excellent as well. Again depending on the smoker you can also cook indirect until done and get good results. That said I prefer raised direct or indirect with a final sear over indirect for the duration. The options are almost limitless. The biggest concern will probably be attaining the level of doneness the folks eating likes. I normally pull chops around 135 internally give or take a little for myself. However if you are cooking for "done freaks" you will need to take them some what higher. As far as the filets I would cook them right over the coals flipping often until done. The good ole Weber way if you will. Which ever way you go, I wish you good luck my friend and I hope that this helps.

onedbguru

I do 1.5inch chops 550-600  4-6/side typically S&P only. 

As for the boss's grill - make sure you use LUMP and not crappy briquettes. 

Central_Bama_Egger

You guys are awesome!! Thanks a million. Bought me a bag of lump just in case.

Central_Bama_Egger

I trusted SWMBO to buy the correct chops. Bad Move!! They're rough 3/4" thick. But, I'm keeping my mouth close. Sunday is my Birthday. Hahaha

SGH

@Central_Bama_Egger‌
3/4 thick is great cooked direct. They are thin enough that indirect is neither necessary nor beneficial. Let it rip brother.

Central_Bama_Egger

I did 375 raised direct. Bout 5 min per side. Maybe they'll be remotely decent.

SGH

They will be fine brother.

Terrebandit

Cooking for the boss? This is not the time for a caveman filet.

Central_Bama_Egger

Yeah. That's what my thoughts were.

SGH

Standing by for the finale......⚡️⚡️

Central_Bama_Egger

All turned out great. A lot of compliments on my filets...... You can cover up a turd with Southern Flavor.

SGH

Glad it all turned out well my friend.