Q: Dr. BBQ, I’ve heard a few hardcore bbq’ers talk about “sour glands” in butt roasts that they always remove before cooking. What are they? Where are they? I now hear the same things exist in chicken thighs! Is there truth in this, and does removing these “glands” really make a difference, either in competition or in my backyard …
Deep-Fried Turkey
Q. Dr. BBQ: Good morning! I saw you you on “Good Day Tampa Bay” this morning deep frying a turkey. I purchased your cookbook after seeing you on another program, however this recipe is not in the book. I couldn’t find it anyway. Help. It looks delicious. I don’t live far from and would love to attend an event with …
Oak Supplier
Hi Dr. BBQ: The Q shops I frequent do not carry oak . What kind of oak is recommended? Can I go to a lumber yard and buy an oak board and cut it up ? Jim Hi Jim, Unless you need a lot for a wood burning cooker you might want to order the oak on line. http://hawgeyesbbq.com is …
Wrapping Your Butt
Hi Dr. BBQ, We have a gas grill and I don’t know how to use it. I love my meats off the grill along with veggies. I know this might sound funny but I’m really nervous about working with propane. I even went out and bought a small grill that uses charcoal which I never could get it started. The …
Presentation Counts
Hello DR. BBQ: I”m curious if you could recommend some tips or a book of presentation tips for the beginning competitor? I have entered a couple of cookoffs but a little unsure of exactly what the judges are looking for. I”ve done both KCBS and Memphis in May. I’ve developed my own blends and taste is good if I say …