No matter which bag you choose, you can’t go wrong with Traeger pellets. Traeger’s wood pellets are made from 100% natural hardwood, with no artificial additives. While there are plenty of great options, some pellets are better for certain types of meats than others.
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Hickory
Traeger’s Hickory pellets are a go-to choice for larger beef cuts, like brisket or tri-tip. Hickory pellets also add a bold flavor to poultry, pork and vegetables. These pellets don’t create a lot of ash, which helps provide a clean, consistent burn.
Traeger Hickory pellets pair well with:
– Beef
– Chicken
– Turkey
– Pork
– Vegetables
Mesquite
If you’re looking for a delicious Southwestern style flavor, the Mesquite pellets are a great choice. The Mesquite pellets will have a slightly lighter flavor than Hickory, but still provide a great flavor for a variety of dishes.
Traeger Mesquite pellets pair well with:
– Chicken
– Beef
– Seafood
Maple
For a more subtle, sweet flavor, grab a bag of Traeger Maple pellets. Your Traeger isn’t just limited to cooking steaks, brats and vegetables. Maple pellets are the perfect option for baking up some cookies, coffee cake or even pie.
– Beef
– Vegetables
– Pork
– Lamb
– Baked goods
Apple
As the name Apple suggests, these pellets will give a slightly sweeter, fruity flavor that is perfect for your vegetables, pork or baked goods (seriously, if you haven’t tried Traeger cookies – you should definitely give them a shot). These pellets are a great option for adding some flavor to your favorite pork dish.
– Pork
– Chicken
– Vegetables
– Baked Goods
How to safely store Traeger Pellets
Proper storage of your Traeger pellets will ensure they last long and burn correctly. Traeger pellets need a dry environment in order to stay fresh. Traeger’s website explains, “Because our pellets are 100% natural and don’t have artificial fillers, moisture expands the wood and ultimately breaks it down completely.” – so keeping your pellets dry is essential!
Traegergrills.com recommends removing pellets from their bag and storing them in a weather-resistant bin or bucket that can hold at least 20 lb. Make sure your storage bin is in a safe area that is free of humidity and flooding.
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