With these thyme smoking pastilles from Best Charcoal, you add a herbal layer to your dish that's close to Mediterranean cooking. They're pressed blocks that you place dry on the glowing coals, where they start to smoulder calmly. The aroma is clearly present but stays restrained, which is exactly what you want with meat that already brings its own flavour. Lamb is the classic pairing, with chicken and vegetables close behind. The bag contains 1 kilo.
When to use thyme smoking pastilles
Choose them when you want smoke, but not heavy barbecue smoke. On short grilling sessions with lamb, chicken, potatoes or peppers, the herb comes into its own best.
- Herbal aroma that complements lamb, chicken and vegetables instead of overpowering them
- Pressed wood that smoulders longer than loose chips
- Works on kamados, kettle barbecues and smokers
- Dosed piece by piece, so you control the flavour yourself
- 1 kilo bag for a large number of sessions
How to use them
Let the charcoal glow well first, until the smoke runs clear. Then place one or two pastilles on the coals and close the lid. For a longer cook, add another piece later if needed. No soaking needed, it only produces steam and a dull aroma.
Smart combinations
Thyme and fruit wood pair well: the fruit brings sweetness, the herb gives direction. For red meat, add a piece of oak instead, which carries the herbal note better.
For other flavours, check the smoking pastilles category or the full range of smoking wood. For short grilling sessions, smoking wood chips are also a great choice.
