Q: Dr. BBQ, Is there a way to get more of a smoke ring in the meat you smoke, or is it just the luck of the draw? –Heywood Iowa A: Hi Heywood, The redness that we call a “smoke ring” is a chemical reaction, and it can be manipulated. A simple trick is to …
Considering Competing?
Q: Dr. BBQ, I’m retired and have been barbecuing (meaning smoking) for 40 some years. I think that it would be fun to hit the barbecue cook-off circuit and compete. What are the pros and cons of this? –Kevin Tulsa. A: Hi Kevin, This is a great question to start my first column at Fiery-Foods …
The Elusive Smoke Ring
Q: Dear Sir, I own a large Big Green Egg and enjoy the results I get from this smoker. My question is, how do I get a nice pink smoke ring in my meat, specifically baby back ribs? My end product is as good as I would hope for–nice and smoky and the meat comes right off the bone–but …
Grilled Appetizers
Q: Hey Dr. BBQ, I”m always playing around with appetizers on the grill. Just wondering if you could share a few of your favorites. –Mike Des Moines A: Hi Mike, Appetizers are a great opportunity to experiment and have some fun. Here are a couple ideas: Portobellos marinated in Italian dressing, grilled …
Dehydrating Jerky
Q: Dr. BBQ, At what temp should you dehydrate jerky?–Dan A: Hi Dan, Jerky should be dried at 140°F for about 8-10 hours. –Dr. BBQ