Ingredients

The following ingredients have 4 Servings
  • 2 lbs lean ground beef ((85% lean ground beef))
  • 1/2 cup yellow onion ((minced))
  • 2 large eggs ((room temperature))
  • 1 Tbsp minced garlic
  • 2/3 cup BBQ sauce ((divided, 1/3 for the mixture + 1/3 for the topping))
  • 1/2 cup Panko breadcrumbs
  • 1 tsp cayenne pepper
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp each, salt & pepper

Instruction

  • Load wood chips or pellets in the smoker. I used mesquite and cherry.
  • Preheat your smoker to 275°F (135°C).
  • In a large bowl combine the ground beef, onion, garlic, eggs, Panko, 1/3 cup of the BBQ sauce and seasonings. Mix it thoroughly using your hands.
  • Mold the mixture into a loaf shape, place on a wire rack and then set the rack in a baking sheet or a large cast iron pan.
  • Place in the smoker, and smoke at 275°F (135°C) for 2 hours. After the 2 hours are up apply the remaining BBQ sauce over the top of the meatloaf. Continue to smoke for another hour or until meatloaf reaches 160°F (72°C).
  • Remove from the smoker and allow to rest 10 to 15 minutes, serve warm, and enjoy!