Making Wings Using the Vortex on a Weber Kettle Grill

[@Mark-op7zt]

I saw this video towards the beginning of the pandemic and ordered a Vortex. The wings were outstanding! Thank you for making this video.

[@Cresta-fm8uj]

Same, I would grill so much after getting temp laid off at work

[@koldblooded2309]

i have followed your cast iron posts on youtube, facebook and instagram and it makes me so happy to see that you are using a weber kettle now too. cast iron and weber kettles are my favorite methods of cooking and everything you cook always looks great!

[@tomkoz513]

This is the first I'm hearing of the vortex. I like it. I've been using this cooking method for at least 20 years now by just stacking the charcoal briquettes in the center of the weber grill the best I could. I do one more step than he did though. After basically baking, or in his case smoking, the chicken for about 45 minutes, I start moving the pieces a few at a time to the center over the charcoal briefly to get that crisp skin he kept mentioning. Then, when they're all browned up nicely and back to where they started I sauce them. Dumping the charcoal from the chimney into the vortex would make things easier. Nice.

[@Eric_D_Blair]

New paint can, coffee can or sheet metal : old school!😀😃🫠😁😆😅🤣

[@TosTinManEasyCooking]

That's a pretty cool way to cook wings! They look good!

[@DrWoodyII]

To hell with Mona Lisa, this is true art!

[@sheldor73]

🤣

[@fluffynoses]

Not gonna lie, I shed some manly tears when I saw all that delicious looking chicken

[@northeastdroneproductions]

lol

[@not_my_name5200]

I cried with saliva like a little bitch

[@Roensmusic]

hahah

[@ksauce1718]

Best comment I've read in a while. Made my giant belly jiggle as I giggled

[@chefandrejus8809]

can't wait for the summer to come, and to start barbecue season!

[@charliessmokinbbq6736]

Those look amazing, just picked up my Weber 22 inch love this thing

[@cornfedz]

I was just seeing the vortex on Instagram and now you put up this vid to further convince me that I "NEED" this piece of kettle cookery... My wife isn't going to understand... (until she gets some of those wings). Thanks for the review.

[@TheCulinaryFanatic]

It's pretty awesome!!

[@puttingupwithmike5851]

Really maximizing available cooking area consistently. Best indirect cooking method I've seen, thanks for sharing this one.

[@xxkasperxx]

I've got an old folgers coffee can I use for my minion method ...think I'm gonna try this with the coffee can ...and just reduce the grilling area for the food

[@EverythingThereIs]

Fantastic! Always so happy to see an new video from you.

[@ballisticbob3099]

im un hospital righr now for an apendicites operation. have not had food for over 3 days now n no water and the worst part is i am a cook. just to let u know this looks amazing... will try it for sure.

[@martinmi5]

Hey been there myself man, I know it's 2 years later but I hope everything worked out right.

[@tonydancefit]

Awesome video my friend. I love the vortex. It makes a huge difference.

[@ma5468]

Very nice Jeff, I never thought you could get wings to look like that on a Weber.

[@Cresta-fm8uj]

This really helps with making chicken crispy, the vortex is a must have if you plan on grilling chicken

[@darrenrubendall3020]

Looks great. Going to make these today for the first time

[@rwin1]

If you had stopped grilling before the last coat it was perfect for me. A bit too far now. But hey, awesome video and smoke technique with this vortex. Got to get one myself. Thanks for sharing.

[@BloodEagleMWO]

I really enjoyed the time and effort he took into talking to his viewers about what ingredients and sauces he used. SPOT ON.

[@samuelmalka1462]

How did you start your fire and put your charcoal in your vortex? Did you start your charcoal in your vortex or in a chimney and what type of charcoal did you use please?

[@MrZiode]

OK - now I want a vortex! Wings look awesome, man - great job!

[@TonyCarbon]

Jeffrey, those look fabulous!

[@spmac101]

The wings look great, thanks for the vid on the vortex. Would like to hear what kind of cook times (overall and between the flip). Also temp and did you use a run. Thanks.

[@hoots02]

Made me a believer, they look fantastic nicely done

[@kickassclone75]

Dang Jeff...... Those look absolutely amazing. I'm getting one of these vortex units for myself! Thanks for giving us a demo! when I order one I'm telling them I bought it because of your video. Thanks Jeff!

[@Yannnah74]

I watched three videos and your such an inspiration but just to say your the best chef so humble and talented 💙 continue cooking forever 👨🏾‍🍳

[@easybackyardbbq]

The vortex is fantastic. Great for wings and thighs. Those wings look great my friend.

[@matthewbradley1628]

Looks amazing. I can only imagine that smokey flavor in those wings. 😋

[@xL00PSx]

what type of grill are you using? my father grills on a webber and he teaches me his techniques. I'm getting my own house and I'd really like to get the setup you have. very amazing

[@MyYTaccountName]

I love your content and your cast iron collection. I’ve recently made wings exactly like this in my 22” weber kettle and used hickory wood chunks. What an amazing flavor and texture.

[@Ryan-ix8wn]

So this works just as good in the 22” kettle?

[@MyYTaccountName]

@@Ryan-ix8wn yes it does. Works great in a 22”, I’ve made wings like this about ten times.

[@maxhole2]

Try putting your wood chunks to the outside edges of the vortex. More smoke, wood lasts longer. Great video!

[@DaveDabomb]

Great video on the vortex Jeff! Those wings are slammin bro! Used mine for the first time last week! Cheers!

[@genxmurse7019]

I love wings and I was drooling over this vid. Is there a Vortex for a Weber 26?

[@SmokingwithBush]

Wow! Those looked incredible!

[@DuzBee]

Can we have some information please? Did you use a rub / seasoning on your wings? What sauce were you brushing onto them? Thanks

[@mikedondero9931]

Thank you! I now now what to get me for my next birthday! Which happens in a week...👍

[@OneLegLosersPodcast]

WOW! what temp and approximately how long did it take you?

[@PetrKrenzelok]

Just a question - do you think that using regular weber char baskets placed at the centre, would not have similar effect?

[@BezmenovDisciple]

I think it would be similar but you’ll lose some cook space due to the angular design of the baskets. Plus, the baskets have some holes in the sides which will reduce the updraft of heat.

[@dcrewslax33]

looks good, how long of a burn do you get out of a full vortex?

[@charliewesley94]

I'm guessing you've got the vents wide open on the bottom? I see the top vents are wide open.

[@liebermancomp]

do you leave the vents at the base of the kettle open during cooking?

[@marklawrence76]

Fantastic job

[@tommorgan6094]

Are the wings turned over periodically or left as is on the grate?

[@sullystax]

what size weber and vortex is this?

[@TheSfsdfds]

Using this method did you rotate the position of the lid vent to draw smoke over all the wings during the course of the cook? Thanks.

[@MyYTaccountName]

Good question. I was wondering the same exact thing while watching this. I think I'd rotate it 180 degrees after flipping them.

[@davidhanna5446]

those look great. how often did you flip the wings using the vortex?

[@rickytanner9189]

Going to make this weekend 😋

[@YoMoma777]

Are you using the Vortex on a regular sized Weber kettle? I have the Performer and was just wondering if the Vortex was a good "Fit" for it.But their website says this about using on the weber."Will not fit Kettle Grills sizes 18.5" through 26.75"

[@travisbickle5584]

Can't find the vortex for sale in the UK, I might try just placing weber baskets in the middle for an experiment. If that doesn't work I might try a large tin can with both ends cut off.

[@caseyj5597]

www.amazon.co.uk/BBQ-Fuel-Dome-Organic-Starters/dp/B01CPOGR1E

[@dorianbelen]

You can use a bowl-pot stainlees steel in a flea market good will o salvation army. $ 1 0r 2 dls, Cut or make some holes in the boton. Now you have the vortex.

[@meatius]

which part of he's in the UK did you not understand?

[@edspencer7121]

dorianbelen I like that idea. Thanks, you just saved me $39.00. More to buy wings with😎

[@biguy525]

Very nice. How is the new Stargazer doing?

[@TheCulinaryFanatic]

It's going well. Letting it take its time for the seasoning to build, but it's a beautiful skillet.

[@SunshineGiacone]

Those are some good looking wings! Glad I saw this video

[@tona6g72]

What are your grill temperatures when you are using that vortex method for wings?

[@donaltemus3565]

Quick question when you do your wings on the vortex do you leave the top vent open or closed? I would imagine the bottom vent is wide open

[@sarwatahmed3850]

Were u able to check internal temp in the meat....

[@micahguerrero1300]

Did you use the big side up or small side

[@danapatilloytf2024]

I've never seen such beautiful wings, good job.

[@markryan9364]

I made wings using the Vortex and they were the most crispiest and delicious wings I've ever had, I just dry rubbed them and they took about an hour.

[@mrgoodtime87]

hey bud. how hot and how long did you cook them? flipping Wings half way?

[@donduchesneau2512]

Did you pre soak the oak blocks for smoking?

[@doct0rnic]

How long did it take to cook the wings?

[@rubenu5157]

How did you setup the vents? Fully open for both? Thanks

[@nautical2086]

Looks great! Btw what size vortex is that?

[@wk2srt286]

Man those wings look great. You got me sold on the vortex, will order me one today.

[@r8888drz]

SO HOW LONG DID THOSE WINGS TAKE ?????

[@lillukey82]

Great video. Could you please specify what size of Vortex you used in the video? Also, it looks like your using the 22 1/2" Master Touch kettle. Is that correct? Thanks

[@TheCulinaryFanatic]

My Weber is the 22.5". Checking to see what size I have.

[@TheCulinaryFanatic]

I have the medium.

[@orlandorosado2157]

Nice looking vid, problem is the video doesn't tell you anything about how wings were prepped and how long they were cooked.

[@jsant24]

How much of the Vortex was filled with charcoal? 1/3, 2/3? 1/4, 1/2? Thanks in advance.

[@undermoonlightglow]

Outstanding!

[@fppro1679]

I simply use their regular indirect cooking method with a coals on each side and I use a rib rack and stack the wings two high. I use Heinz 57 and honey put it on 20 minutes before I take it off. Absolutely to die for.

[@stevep2325]

is that the small or medium vortex please

[@tomalcolm]

As always, great video.

[@walleyeye]

If i may ask what are the measurements of both openings of the vortex?

[@brianc2651]

You can find the dimensions on Amazon.com. Search vortex bbq and look at the photos. Dimensions are posted there! I just had a guy make me one....

[@lillukey82]

Hello Jeff, Are you still using the Vortex? How has it held up? Thanks

[@danielcarper2628]

What size vortex did you use?

[@mgbillow]

I bought a vortex and the grate with the removable center Filled the vortex as shown here. At the half hour mark they were not cooked. The heat was not intense at all. I used Kingsford charcoal. Started in a chimney and dumped in the vortex. After an hour the wings still were not done. Took them off and finished them on my gas grill. I have no clue why it didn't work. And yes my vents were full open. Please help.

[@norcalsawsquatch9854]

U gotta start with a few hot coals...... don't light up everything at once. And u can use wood like he did on top

[@MitchellSmith]

Looks awesome man! You should make some more videos!

[@stevenp7916]

What size vortex is this?

[@YoMoma777]

I just purchased the vortex and was curious about my pit temp. I usually cook my wings around 325 to 350 degrees. Will there be a problem keeping the temps at this range or will I have to cook at a higher temp just because I might not be able to lower the temp? Maybe the nature of the beast?

[@Mystr438]

can you break down what you meant by the configuration, some of us are not BBQ savvy. thanks

[@TheCulinaryFanatic]

There are several ways to grill and smoke on a Weber Kettle Grill. This configuration is an indirect heat method - the heat is in the center and the chicken is placed around it on the outside. With indirect heat methods, typically you use lower temperatures and cook slower. There are a few other configurations that you can search here on KZbin, but the Weber is a very flexible and inexpensive way to grill or smoke.

[@Mystr438]

Thank you. Will do..//

[@tamos6546]

The trick to really crispy wings is to add some baking powder to your rub.It causes a chemical reaction with the chicken skin.

[@jsant24]

How far open were the bottom and top vents?

[@cameronbasford8991]

My mouth was literally watering while watching.

[@JuanMartinez-df1lc]

Would you say it makes it cook even like an oven?

[@0008dustin]

outstanding man, you had me drooling all over my phone

[@CONald_is_A_false_Prophet]

How long did you cook them for after all?

[@mrhamanah4106]

2021 still loving the vortex 👍

[@Hunterslife315]

what type of wood did u use? Apple, hickory?

[@dontdropthesoap67]

He said it was oak.

[@glenmoss02]

Great looking wings and a well made video, too. Will definitely have to check out a vortex. (it would be superb for searing a steak!) How did you have your vents positioned and/or what temp were you smoking at? Thank you.

[@bubbav5447]

I did it with vents wide open. 30 - 40 minutes total time. Mine got up to 500 degrees F according to the therm on top. Came out just like the video. Save saucing to the end of cooking to let skin get crispy.

[@glenmoss02]

@@bubbav5447 Thanks for the info.

What size vortex is this as there are about 4 sizes

[@dhookdriver]

Nice, I just started enjoying my vortex ;)

[@g.florez4326]

I got a weber 26in kettle looking to buy a slow n sear or the vortex which you think is better

[@maxhole2]

G. Florez , almost totally different accessories there, as far as cooking methods/types of food being cooked. Buy em both on Amazon, get a discount, and don’t look back 😃

[@g.florez4326]

TriState Forestry Service just received my vortex will get slow n sear waiting till it warms up its freezing outside

[@fernortiz6090]

Are you using the small VORTEX or the medium size on your "WEBER" ?????!!!!!

[@glenmoss02]

Product update? How's it held up all these months?

[@drodge72]

Hey Jeff where is your family from. Same last name just curious. My people are mostly from the Durham NC area

[@BennyBestt]

Getting me a vortex, thankyou

[@davidbrady5272]

Those wings looked good Jeffrey, nice job. What did you sauce them up with?

[@TheCulinaryFanatic]

Open Pit Original BBQ sauce

[@craig721]

Looks great!!

[@outofworkbum2324]

Beautiful wings

[@seabass22]

Looks like I gotta get me one of these.

[@PapaBloom]

Hey man I just got a Weber kettle and a vortex to go with it. I'm thinking about trying out this configuration this weekend. Question though, when you start your coals did you pour the lot coals down into the vortex or fill the vortex with unlit coals and light them from the bottom? Thanks man! Can't wait to see how my wings come out 👌

[@CarmenLyonsJr]

What rub did you use?