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The Beef Rib Mistake That Starts at the Butcher Counter
Hey Society! 🔥 Wednesday's episode is going to save some of you from a frustrating cook. Beef ribs are one of the most misunderstood things in backyard BBQ — not because they're complicated, but because most people don't realize they're working with completely different cuts. Back ribs, plate ribs, and chuck short ribs all behave differently on the pit, and if you're treating them the same you're working against yourself. This Wednesday at 6 PM PST we're breaking all three down — the anatomy, the buying guide, the cook approach, and the five mistakes I see people make over and over. Episode 107 | Stop Ruining Beef Ribs: Back vs. Plate vs. Chuck Ribs Explained 🔴 Set your reminder: https://youtube.com/live/vBFQZOSw4Eo?feature=share Drop a comment below — which of the three cuts have you cooked the most? And if you've had a beef rib cook go sideways, tell me what happened. Let's talk about it before the show. 👇
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Well I think this is a terrific topic because there's bound to be some people out there Who've never had good beef ribs and the first time I had made plate ribs years ago I was blown away to me They have the quintessential beef flavor that's hard to match even with brisket. So there they are a real treasure in the barbecue world I would say and even the back ribs etc. Still carry that amazing, amazing, true essence of beef that we all love.😋
Big Cook Tomorrow?
I’m cooking over 100 party wings early tomorrow so I’m getting things ready today.
Big Cook Tomorrow?
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And actually I've used that vortex for doing some stir fry. It is like a turbocharged blowtorch. That thing gets so hot and it's just ideal for doing some stir fry. If you're so inclined, just set cast iron or high carbon steel wok on top after. It's really rocket. Ship hot and it works great.
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New Podcast Live Tonight at 6pm PST | 9pm EST
Hey BBQ Family — Episode 104 is live, and this one belongs to YOU. 🙌 This episode was born right here in this community. A Society member asked whether a water pan actually makes a difference — I thought it was a great question so I decided to build a whole episode around it. That's what this community is for. Here's what we will cover: 🔥 The science of what water pans actually do (and don't do) 🚫 When to skip the water pan — Kamados, pellet grills, drums 🍺 Why you should drink your beer instead of putting it in the pan 🔬 The smoke ring connection — moisture plays a bigger role than most people think 🎙️ My personal approach across all my cookers 👉 Watch here: https://youtube.com/live/tep4uVujmKI Now I want to hear from you — water pan or no water pan on your setup? Drop it in the comments below. And if you have a question you want me to tackle on a future episode, post it here. The next topic might come from you.
4 likes • Apr 1
I think this is another one of those underrated topics because there's bound to be some people out there that don't understand why their barbecue is drier than most. If they're in a situation where it's very arid where they live. I know that was my case and until I used a water pan I wasn't getting great barbecue and I was doing everything else well so I think this is a great topic.
1 like • Apr 2
@B Suggs hummmm hospital IVs huh? Absolutely priceless hahaha 🤷 now that is thinking out of the box 💪🙋
Wrapped or unwrapped??
What is everyone’s favorite method when smoking pork ribs? Wrapped or unwrapped? If unwrapped, do you have a preferred approach to keeping them moist?
2 likes • Apr 2
Yep butter is still a fat. I sort of like the idea of putting a drip pan underneath your ribs and then just if you can move your grate out of the way once in awhile and dip your basting brush into that and use that fat because that fat is also smoked and will add another layer of flavor.
2 likes • Apr 2
I supposed to make it real easy. You could also just spray a little duck fat on there as well 🤷
Nashville BBQ
Hey guys, I’m in Nashville attending the National BBQ Association’s conference. This is my first conference & my time in Nashville. Today is the BBQ restaurant tour starting with Jack’s BBQ. Most everything on my plate was outstanding…. the slow smoked St. Louis rib, pulled pork, turkey, BBQ baked beans, and collard greens. I also tried the brisket which was extremely tender but the bark could have used a little more flavor. Overall, Jack’s knows what they’re doing! I’ll try to share pictures all day starting with Jack’s.
Nashville BBQ
3 likes • Mar 25
How exciting! Kenyatta boy I envy you. Yeah send lots of pictures and what not. Have a wonderful time you deserve it. 🙋
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Kevin Greene
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I love to barbecue and recently bought a Lonestar 20x42 smoker and I'm here to learn.

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