How to use our natural wood gourmet grilling planks & wraps
How to use our Cedar Works planks
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Pre-Soak
Pre-soak plank in warm water for between 3-4 hours. Warm water is preferable as it will penetrate the natural wood quicker. Keep the plank totally submerged by placing a weight on it. Pre-soaking fully hydrates the dry plank which helps restrict any flaring up or catching fire while cooking. It also ensures a slow smoky release of natural flavour to infuse the food & retain moistness.
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Set the BBQ Temperature
Pre-heat BBQ/Grill on full heat prior to cooking then turn heat down to low once a good temperature has been reached. Indirect heat is preferable for cooking so turn off the middle burner/s leaving the outer burners going on low heat.
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Place Plank On The Grill
Arrange your choice of food on the plank, place the plank on the grill & close the lid. Cooking with the lid closed enhances the smoky flavour. Don’t put oil on the plank as this can cause it to catch fire.
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Watch For Fire
Keep a water bottle on hand to mist spray any possible flare ups near or around the plank while cooking. Covering the plank surface with as much food as possible reduces the chance of flare ups. Planks may sometimes catch fire depending on the heat off the grill. Never leave the BBQ/Grill/Oven unattended while cooking.
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Cook
Cook until done to your liking. Turning the food over while cooking is not necessary. Cooking times will vary depending on your choice of food item. Keep the lid closed as much as possible to stabilize temperatures and maximize the smoking effect. Lift the lid occasionally to check progress.
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Pile on the Flavour & Soak
Soaking our natural wood planks in water is a must but other liquids will add delicious flavours. White wine will add to the subtle taste of your food. Red wine adds an extra bold flavour. Fruit juices such as apple, berry, ciders, or even sake will certainly give an extra zesty flavour. Citrus juices like orange or lime add refreshing flavours as will lemon juice. Your favourite beer is another great way to enhance the flavour of your food.
How to use our natural wood grilling wraps
1
Pre-Soak
Pre-soak wraps & string using a shallow dish of water & submerge for around 10-20 minutes. Pre-soaking softens the sheets to make them more pliable to roll when preparing the fillings. It also fully hydrates the dry sheets which helps restrict any flaring up or catching fire while cooking on the grill or in the oven. Most importantly it maintains a slow smoky release of natural flavour to infuse the fish & retain moistness.
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Roll Your Wrap
When preparing to fill the wraps place them face down on bench surface with the woodgrain running horizontally left to right. Place your preferred choice of fillings in the centre of the wrap parallel to the wood grain skin side down. When ready to go, roll up the wraps & tie with the twine provided or should you wish to make for a more creative presentation for serving try using green spring onion scallions.
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Cooking in the oven
To cook in the oven pre heat to 200 degrees celsius. Place wraps on a baking tray with a lining of baking paper. Bake for around 8-10 minutes or until done to your liking with the oven door closed. Turning the wraps over while cooking is not necessary.
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Cooking on the grill/BBQ
To cook on a BBQ/Grill put on full heat prior to cooking. Once a good heat has been reached turn down to low. Indirect heat is preferable for cooking so turn off the middle burner/s leaving the outer burners going on low heat. Place the wraps onto the middle of the grill with the seam join facing up. Close the lid & leave to cook for approximately 8-12 minutes or when done to your liking.
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Watch for Fire
Keep a water bottle on hand just in case to mist spray any possible flare ups near or around the wraps while cooking. Never leave the BBQ/Grill/Oven unattended while cooking.
6
Pile on the Flavour & Soak
Soaking natural wood Wraps in water is a must but other liquids will add delicious flavours. White wine will add to the subtle taste of your food. Red wine adds an extra bold flavour. Fruit juices such as apple, berry, ciders, or even sake will certainly give an extra zesty flavour. Citrus juices like orange or lime add refreshing flavours as will lemon juice. Your favourite beer is another great way to enhance the flavour of your food.
