If you’ve been curious about smoking foods but don’t want to invest in a massive outdoor smoker or deal with complicated setups, Costco has a pretty clever solution right now. The Nordic Ware Indoor & Outdoor Kettle Smoker just showed up, and it’s one of those products that makes you think “why didn’t I know about this sooner?”
This is essentially a stovetop smoker that works both indoors and outdoors, designed to fit on a standard burner. Nordic Ware made this thing to let you smoke fish, vegetables, chicken, and other foods without needing a backyard setup or dealing with charcoal. It’s compact enough to store in a cabinet but gives you that real wood-smoked flavor.
The quality feels pretty solid – this is Nordic Ware after all, so you’re getting quality construction that should last. For anyone who’s rented an apartment, lives in a condo with balcony restrictions, or just doesn’t have space for traditional smoking equipment, this opens up a whole cooking method that was previously off-limits. The real-talk downside? The capacity isn’t huge, so you’re not smoking a whole brisket here.
Key Features:
- Item #: 2027264
- Current Price: $69.99
- Works on gas, electric, and outdoor grills
- Includes drip tray to keep foods moist and make cleanup easier
- Comes with wood chips to get you started smoking right away
- Compact design fits in standard kitchen cabinets when not in use
- Made by Nordic Ware, known for quality bakeware and cookware
The Bottom Line: This is a genuinely useful tool if you want to experiment with smoking without the commitment of a full smoker setup. It’s perfect for the Costco member who loves trying new cooking techniques but has limited space or wants to test the waters before going all-in on smoking equipment.