Trailblazer Fish smoking question

[TomatoBob]

I am relatively new to the pellet smoking game. My son-in-law has a lot of experience, mostly with a Traeger. He told me to avoid cooking fish on my new grill because the fish oils remain in the oven tainting future meats with an unpleasant fish smell. Does anyone know if this is true?

I would think that if cooking fish does leave behind a smell, a bit of time at a high temperature would cleanse any residual odors. What do you think?

 

[Mannydog]

I did a Costco salmon fillet for my second cook on my RT-590, and about halfway through had the same concern. Thankfully turned out not to be an issue, and no lingering fish odor. Just be sure to use aluminum foil on the drip tray so you can easily toss out any fishy grease when done.

 

[Mastertech59]

I am relatively new to the pellet smoking game. My son-in-law has a lot of experience, mostly with a Traeger. He told me to avoid cooking fish on my new grill because the fish oils remain in the oven tainting future meats with an unpleasant fish smell. Does anyone know if this is true?

I would think that if cooking fish does leave behind a smell, a bit of time at a high temperature would cleanse any residual odors. What do you think?

This is fake news. I've cooked fish on many different grills including the kitchen oven and have never a after taste on the next cook.

 

[Beach Bum]

I smoked salmon one day and tri tip the next day. No fishy tri tip to report. Toss on that fish and enjoy.

 

[rgaddy67]

I grilled tuna steaks one night and filet mignons the next without any noticable odors or flavor transfer.