After an Indiegogo campaign that raised more than $800,000 in funding, GE Appliances is bringing its indoor smoker to consumers nationwide in the United States. Originally nicknamed the Arden as a GE Appliance “manufacturer and microfactory space” project First constructionthe device is now known as the GE Profile smart indoor smoker. Although the design has been updated to some extent, the basic idea remains the same: a larger countertop appliance that allows smoking food inside the kitchen without setting off the fire alarm in your house or apartment.
With a device the size of a compact mini-fridge, the GE Profile Smart Indoor Smoker uses so-called active smoke filtration technology which uses a “catalyst system” to create wood smoke from pellets and combine with an electric heating element. The airflow configuration is designed to impart “maximum flavor” to a variety of foods while tight seals keep the smoke inside. GE Appliances says the device is suitable for all skill levels with five smoke presets. There are also six food-specific settings for popular smoked foods like brisket, ribs, pork butt, chicken wings, chicken breast and salmon. The company says the customization available on the smoker also allows users to prepare side dishes and desserts with the device.
Additionally, there are some amenities that outdoor smokers do not offer. A Smoke and Hold function prepares food then holds it at food-safe temperatures for up to 24 hours. GE Appliances says the smoker also uses a fraction of the wood pellets as outdoor grills, thanks in part to the additional heating element, and a pellet capture system quenches spent pellets in a water tank. Finally, all racks and drip trays are dishwasher safe, where these components are usually so large on outdoor smokers that they must be washed by hand.
As the name suggests, the GE Profile Smart Indoor Smoker has a connected look. With GE Profile Connect+, you can adjust smoke levels and monitor the cooking process because the device includes a food probe. The company says feature updates like guided recipes will be available in the future. This is an indoor device, but you don't have to sacrifice capacity. GE Appliances says there's enough room for three racks of ribs, a brisket, up to 40 wings, or a 14-pound pork butt. Since most pork butts you'll find in grocery stores weigh around eight pounds or less, there's plenty of room for pulled pork.
The GE Profile Smart Indoor Smoker will be available at retailers this month for $1,000. The unit will be on display at CES, so hopefully we'll get a first look at what it can do. If you're already convinced, you can order one now.
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