Smoked Spaghetti Squash
Spaghetti squash makes a great main or side. Smoked with or without BBQ sauce, throw some into a salad bowl or use 1/2 of the squash as the bowl and load it up with your favorite sides and smoked mains.
Ingredients.
1 spaghetti squash, any size
2-3 tablespoons of Pure Grit Rub
Equipment & Pantry.
Prep.
Cut the squash in half lengthwise.
Use a spoon to remove the seeds.
On the ‘meat’ part of the squash, liberally apply the rub making sure to massage into the squash.
Cooking.
SMOKER
Temp: 225° | Time: 1 hour | Woods: Hickory, Alder, Apple
Temp: 475° for 10 minutes then 375° for 45-60 min | Time: 1 hour
Woods: Hickory, Alder, Mesquite
Spray the inside of the bag with cooking spray.
Smoker bags can also be used on any grill or over a campfire.
STOVE TOP SMOKER
Temp: Medium heat | Time: 40 minutes | Woods: Hickory, Alder, Apple
For easy clean up and to prevent sticking, consider lining the drip tray with foil.
REGULAR OVEN
Temp: 375° | Time: 1 hour or until tender
It’s also possible to use your regular oven or stove (times and temps vary). But, using a smoker or smoker bag will yield a more authentic smokey BBQ flavor. Plan to cook it for about an hour at 375° - until fork tender.
Finish.
Using a fork, shred the meat out of the squash. It should come out with a spaghetti-type consistency. Serve as-is, or toss with BBQ sauce in a skillet for 3-5 minutes.
Serve.
It’s great on a Pure Grit Waffle with broccoli slaw and Smoked Mushrooms. Trust us - it goes with everything. It’s even great for bowls and salads without the sauce.
Pro Tips.
Use the entire half of the squash as a bowl and the “meat" becomes the best base for so many things like salad, roasted veggies, Mexican bowls, etc.