Reverse sear - how long from 250 to 600?

jeponline · May 2017

When doing a reverse sear how long does it typically take you to get up to searing temps?

perhaps I'm just impatient, but I always feel like it's too long.

epcotisbest · May 2017

Leaf blower, about 20 seconds, and I am not kidding.

epcotisbest · May 2017

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TN_Sister_State · May 2017

Agreed with the blower. Been there done that.

SciAggie · May 2017

Open the bottom vent, lift the lid and let 'er buck. It'll be hot in 5-6 minutes.

anton · May 2017

All of the above, and even a heat gun or hair dryer to accelerate.

jeponline · May 2017

I've tried hitting the coals with the looftlighter again, but I may be closing the dome too soon. I'll definitely give the leaf blower a try next time to speed things up.

kl8ton · May 2017

Just needs air. Unassisted, I agree with @SciAggie

If I am running at 350 and have 12 pieces of chicken on there, before I am done flipping all of them, flames are shooting up.

HurricaneEddie1 · May 2017

wouldn't the leaf blower cause ash to go everywhere?

da87 · May 2017

I've never had an issue with the time needed - and the longer I've held at 250 the faster it seems to come up to sear temp. 5 to 6 minutes sounds about right after an hour holding 250

sheetmetalpete · May 2017

I like the idea of lifting the dome and letting 'er rip. I really don't need to monitor the temperature with the dome closed - I just want a bed of lava for searing over.

Tony_T · May 2017

less than 5 minutes

epcotisbest · May 2017

HurricaneEddie1 said:

wouldn't the leaf blower cause ash to go everywhere?

Well, you don't go at it full blast, just enough air to get the coals glowing good and hot. If some ash flies, and it will, just blow it away. You do have to be careful not to hit it with such a blast of air to send embers flying.

Meeeshigan22 · May 2017

Usually 5 or so minutes here. I pull the adjustable rig out, set the cast iron half moon on the fire ring, and open up the smokewear cap and bottom vent. Works great.

jeponline · May 2017

If I open up the bottom and take off the daisy wheel, it takes upwards of 20 minutes to get to 600. 5 minutes would be acceptable, I would like for that to be the upper limit.

4Runner · May 2017

Too fast for you to throw it back on in my opinion. The meat needs to sit out so the internal temp begins to fall....or at least stops rising. This will allow you to get a good sear and maintain your desired internal temp. Letting it sit out for about 20 mins or longer means you can pull it off at your internal temp during the roast.

Reverse sear - how long from 250 to 600?

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