How to make a flowerpot smoker

Step 1
Choose the location for your smoker; it is best placed on concrete or a patio area and not on decking or grass, and away from permanent shrubbery or trees. To protect the ground, put your bricks or pavers and use the spirit level to make sure these are level.

Step 2
Place two pavers on to your platform. There should be plenty of room for airflow under the pot. Do not block the hole at the bottom of the pot.

Step 3
Add your handle to the lid. This is made out of the threaded rod and scrap timber. Drill a 12mm hole through the middle centre of the timber and oil. I used Resene Furniture and Decking Oil Exterior.

Place a washer and a nut on to the bottom of the threaded rod and place through the hole on the lid. Place the second washer on to the rod and a nut, and screw together tightly. Add the timber handle at the top of the bar between two nuts.

Step 4
Place the charcoal around the edge of the bottom of the clay pot; this can be heated in a chimney first or lit directly in the pot (always follow the manufacturers instructions). Don’t block the hole at the bottom of the pot as this will restrict airflow and the smoker will not get up to temperature.

Step 5
Carefully place the lid, and wait for the pot to get up to temperature.

Step 6
Check on your charcoal and add more if necessary. Wood chips can be added for extra flavour.

Put in your grill plate and food, and wait until cooked through.