Hello Dr. BBQ I use pecan sticks, split logs in my Weber with the lid on, and have been getting a spicy, hot, bitter flavor when I cook chicken or vegetables. The smoke makes the chicken brown/black and the bitter taste of the smoke stays on the meat. Should I soak the wood, change to oak, anything different? Thanks for …
Wanted: Tasty Texas Brisket
Dr. BBQ: I’m looking for an excellent tasting not overpowering recipe for Texas Brisket. Something with mesquite in a Holland Grill, this will be my first attempt at a brisket. My ribs, chicken, beef short ribs all come out great, just never had a desire to do a brisket, but have been put to a challenge for a party. So …
What’s the Best Smoker Box?
Dr. BBQ, What is the best smoker box or tray out there that really works? Can you really convert your BBQ grill to a wood-burning smoker grill? Steve Raichen says it is the Sam Smoker Pro. What are your thoughts? Thanks, Sandy Hi Sandy, I must admit that I don’t cook on a gas grill much these days, but I …
He Likes Charcoal, She Likes Gas
Q: Dr. BBQ, I like the flavor of charcoal, but my wife prefers that I use gas to grill the meats that she marinates. Any suggestions on saving my marriage? –Steve A: Hi Steve, I think maybe you are not alone in this problem. There is a genre of grill that appeared a couple years ago …
BBQ Hawaiian Style
Dr. BBQ, While I like bbq w/ some bite to it, my wife has been asking me if I could come up with a rub and sauce that is a sweet/tropical/Hawaiian/(pineapple?) for ribs and chops. Can you recommend a rub and sauce to buy or modify? P.S. She’s the one who bought me a Big Green Egg for Christmas last …