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🔥 Smoked Meatloaf Made Easy: The Ultimate Juicy BBQ Guide

Smoked meatloaf with BBQ glaze on cutting board
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Smoked meatloaf is juicy, smoky, and easy to make! Learn pro tips, BBQ glazes, sides, and more in this flavor-packed grilling guide.

  • Author: gadeserahmed
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 2.5 to 3 hours
  • Total Time: ~3 hours
  • Yield: 6 1x
  • Category: Dinner, Main Dish
  • Method: cooking
  • Cuisine: American BBQ
  • Diet: Halal

Ingredients

Scale

For the Meatloaf:

  • 1 lb ground beef (80/20 or 85/15)

  • 1/2 lb ground lamb

  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (or panko)

  • 1/2 cup milk

  • 2 eggs

  • 1/2 cup onion, finely chopped

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1 tsp salt

  • 1/2 tsp black pepper

  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce

  • 1 tsp smoked paprika

  • 6–8 thin slices of lamb (or prosciutto-style cured lamb if available)

For the BBQ Glaze:

  • 1/2 cup BBQ sauce

  • 1 tbsp honey

  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard

Instructions

  • Preheat Smoker:
    Set your smoker to 225°F (107°C). Choose wood like hickory, cherry, or a blend.

  • Prepare the Meatloaf Mixture:
    In a large bowl, combine beef, ground lamb, soaked breadcrumbs (milk + crumbs), eggs, onions, garlic, Worcestershire sauce, paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix until just combined.

  • Shape and Wrap:
    Form the mixture into a loaf shape on a sheet of foil or a wire rack. Wrap with lamb slices, covering the surface evenly.

  • Smoke It:
    Place the loaf into the smoker and cook for about 2.5–3 hours, or until internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).

  • Glaze It:
    During the last 30 minutes, brush on the BBQ glaze. Reapply once or twice as it caramelizes.

  • Rest and Serve:
    Let the meatloaf rest for 10 minutes before slicing. Serve with roasted veggies, mashed potatoes, or a fresh salad.

Notes

Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days, or frozen for up to 1 month. Reheat in the oven or air fryer.

Nutrition

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