Customer Reviews

Camerons Products Gourmet Mini Smoker

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I purchased the regular size unit (11x15x3) new, about 2 years ago locally for the price of
$35.oo, the regular unit does a very good job - the smaller (11x7x3) will work just as well.
I feel that the price of $29.95 is a little high, if it wasn't for free shipping, i would have
passed it by. I feel that both units should be 5 inches high for use with thicker pieces
of meat, that way you needn't use a foil balloon top to replace the cover.Other items of
interest - - You can buy a large bag of shredded wood chips for about $2.oo locally.
If the smoker top releases to much smoke it can be carefully warped (see instructions )
to lessen the amount of smoke released. To insure that most of the smoke goes up
your kitchen range hood, place a sheet-pan or plywood on top of your stove burners
(Burners Off !) on top of this place a One burner electric Hot Plate set to medium heat,
on top of this place your smoker ! - smoke for 15 to 20 minutes - finish your product in
the oven if necessary. To make cleanup easier (charred wood residue) use foil, 2 pieces
6x6 inches - press one into the ridges on the bottom of the smoker pan, them add the
shredded wood chips into the ridges, then just lay the second piece on top of the chips.
then assemble as per the instructions.
You have to learn by doing - try - try again till you get it perfect

Considering how much smoked salmon costs in the store, this unit is worth it just for that one item. The smoker works wonderfully and it's sooooo easy ... I always have smoked salmon in the fridge for snacks with WASA crispbread and cheese.

I use a lower heat than recommended in the manual; I found the salmon was a little dry at medium heat. And if you don't like the smoked stains on the cooker, use Barkeeper's Friend to keep it looking spiffy. Personally, I can't be bothered with scrubbing the smoke stains off but if you really can't stand them, Barkeeper's Friend works.

And if you are worried about smoke filling your house, don't be. There is so little smoke that escapes; it gives a very light fragrance to my apartment and that's it.

I got this for my mom for mother's day earlier this year (2006). She has been wanting a smoker since forever and I stumbled across this just browsing Amazon one day. It sounded pretty neat and wasn't that expensive so I ordered one.

Well she absolutely loved it! It beats the heck out of one of those giant smokers and is perfect for a meal for one or two people. If you were cooking for more than two or three people you'd probably have to get two of these going or have some other food ready. It is also perfect for someone who lives in an apartment or similar and doesn't have the means for a full blown smoker.

All she's cooked in it is chicken and salmon. Both absorb the flavor of the wood chips and stay nice and tender and juicy! I imagine that anything else you cook in it will also turn out just as great. It's hard to say no to going over for dinner whenever she smokes with this. The only chips used have been the ones included, but they are great flavors. I ordered more flavors for her for Christmas; we'll see how those taste...

This is a great gift for someone who enjoys smoked food or loves to cook in general. It's so easy to use and tastes so great and is pretty darn affordable. This little smoker is definately money well spent!

For one who never did anything like this before, I found this unit easy to use, and fun. The instructions were clear and uncomplicated. I used my own recipies, but followed the directions on how to use it and wasn't disappointed in the result. I made patties and a loaf of venison sausage that were great. It was also very easy to clean. A quick run under the hot tap to remove loose items, then in the dish washer it went and came out clean and ready to do another job. I am looking forward to another try at links. I did enjoy the scent of Hickory wafting through the house as well. So, for the first time user, this is great. The only draw back is if you want to do large amounts, it won't work, as it is made for small ones. But when you're two in a house hold, that works just fine. I give it a 4 out of 5 simply because I did have some difficulty putting the lid on and removing it. Plus, it is a bit on the thin side, material wise. I did expect that it would be heavier, for a lid. But all in all, it worked great.

I read all the reviews about this smoker. All the good reviews were exactly correct. All the bad reviews make me think some don't read instructions or expect something that the product is incapable of delivering.
This smoker does exactly was is says. First, I chose super saver shipping which usually takes a while to deliver...Thank you Amazon it was delivered in 4 days. And secondly, I've already smoked chicken, pork chops, salmon, yummy!! Easy to do, easy to clean. Yes, there was a little smoke escaping, but there's "tweaking" instructions for what to do in that case. I found it easiest to cover the entire smoker with a wet dish towel (big enough to drape the edge a little). It has been fun experimenting with the sample wood chips and the cookbook was also helpful. It will get blackened; it tells you it will. For easy clean up they recommend using foil in the drip tray, it works. I love kitchen gadgets especially when they perform...this one won't let you down!

I was skeptical about smoking indoors, but after seeing Emeril doing it on his show one night, I just had to get one! I am a kitchen gadget and cookware collector, and I have to admit that I don't use a lot of them that often, but this smoker I will use quite often. I have done just salmon and it was awesome!! Next, chicken. It is easy to clean up. Yes, it discolors, but it is subjected to a lot of heat and smoke. Not a biggie. And yes, some smoke does waft out, but using the vent fan is just fine. I recommend this to anyone who loves smoked food. I love mine!

I wasn't expecting much from this little device; I just wanted to make smoked salmon without firing up the big outdoor grill. This smoker worked flawlessly, and produced a very superior tasting product. I was surprised at how quick and easy it was, and delighted with the salmon. True, the finish was marred at the first use, but other than that, it is great. A wonderful alternative to the big outdoor smokers.

I bought the Cameron smoker about a year ago and I decided to break it out and try it. My first piece of salmon I Ever smoked was using cherry chips--it was fantastic!. Now I don't have to run to the specialty store for smoked lox anymore. I used Elder on my last 2 pieces I smoked the other day and again it come out great. I have adjust the temp from medium to low to get the right cooking time because I like mine a little under cooked. No more frying after this-- and as we can't BBQ in our apartment this is the perfect choice. I usually turn on the vents and open the front door for 15 minutes . Also can use foil to seal in the smoking . I give this five stars*****-- Brandi*

We enjoy using our smoker so much that we purchased one as a Christmas gift for a person who is really into barbecues and cooking. Both of us have had fun cooking different things in the smoker and then comparing. I think at the moment we enjoy smoking potatoes in it better than anything else, however, smoked salmon - it has a gently smoked taste - is probably a close second. We cook on the stove with it and it works very well.

I have had this smoker for over a year and it's one of the best investments you can make. You don't need a huge smoker to make amazing ribs, smoked turkey or chicken. This works on the grill, on the stove and I've also used it in the oven when making other items or when I simply wanted to slow cook something. Be sure to seal the edges with foil (Camerons says you can adjust lid, but no matter what some smoke does creep out). I also line the drip tray as it makes for much easier clean up. I also spray the grill portion with oil as well. It's stainless so it does need a scrub, but it's well worth it. You can also run without the lid for turkey and whole chickens and just tent it with foil. Highly recommend!