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S5 E3: Smoked Boneless Beef Short Ribs, The Mini Thors Hammer

A social media video inspired us to smoke beef short ribs this week. We picked up the ribs from our local butcher and removed the bones. We trimmed the meat and cleaned one of the bones. Then, we seasoned the meat and wrapped it around the bone. Finally, we tightly wrapped the meat with butchers…

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S5 E3: Smoked Boneless Beef Short Ribs, The Mini Thors Hammer
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S5 E2: Burger blends and beyond for a culinary masterpiece

Welcome back to our journey for the perfect burger! In this episode, we’re diving into a rich blend of brisket, short rib, and chuck. While Chris boasts an impressive home meat grinder, we’ve stepped it up a notch with the mighty Cabela’s 1 HP meat grinder. We both sense a clear distinction when comparing our…

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S5 E2: Burger blends and beyond for a culinary masterpiece
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S5 E1: Smoked Meatball Experiment: Oven-Cooked vs. Direct Smoked

As we kick off Season 5 of the BBQ and Tech Podcast, Chris and Rod embark on a culinary journey with smoked meatballs, each taking a unique approach. Rod opted to begin with oven-cooking, aiming to set a moisture and texture standard that would hold up even when transitioned to the smoker. On the other…

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S5 E1: Smoked Meatball Experiment: Oven-Cooked vs. Direct Smoked
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S4 E11: Sizzling Smoke and Tech Talk with Marcus McNac of Crimson Creek Smokehouse

This week we welcome Marcus McNac from Crimson Creek Smokehouse. This is a mouthwatering journey through the world of barbeque. Marcus has spent a lifetime perfecting the art of barbeque, starting in Lawton, Oklahoma. His experience and passion for barbeque, from working alongside his dad at a juke joint to competing in prestigious BBQ competitions….

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S4 E11: Sizzling Smoke and Tech Talk with Marcus McNac of Crimson Creek Smokehouse
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S4 E10: Starting a Food Truck with Bangin’ BBQ Pitmaster Chris Patterson

We have a special guest who runs a pop-up food truck. Chris Patterson is the owner of Bangin BBQ, a North Carolina-style BBQ truck where he creates his delicious BBQ dishes. For Chris, BBQ is not just a passion, but a family business that he learned from his father at a young age. He uses…

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S4 E10: Starting a Food Truck with Bangin' BBQ Pitmaster Chris Patterson
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S4 E9: The Love of BBQ with Chanda Mau

This week, we’re joined by Chanda Mau, a food enthusiast with a passion for BBQ and Cambodian cuisine. Join us as we delve into Chanda’s journey and explore her love for BBQ, which has taken her to some of the best restaurants across Texas and other cities in the US. Get ready to discover the…

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S4 E9: The Love of BBQ with Chanda Mau
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S4 E8: Smoker Preparation for the BBQ Season

As the temperature rises and the days grow longer, it’s time to dust off your smoker and fire up your grill. But before you dive into your next BBQ session, it’s essential to ensure that your equipment is in top shape. In this episode, we’ll share our expert tips on how to prepare your smoker…

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S4 E8: Smoker Preparation for the BBQ Season
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S4 E7: Switching from Grill to Griddle

Rod and Chris recently shared their decision to switch from a grill to a griddle, and the reasons that drove their choice. As avid grill enthusiasts, they discovered that once they began smoking, they weren’t using the grill as frequently, and realized the griddle offered more versatility. Notably, they both agreed that the griddle’s ability…

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S4 E7: Switching from Grill to Griddle
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S4 E6: Ultimate All-Purpose Seasoning Taste Test: Which Blend Will Elevate Your Cooking?

Previously, we have made comparisons between seasonings. However, this time, we decided to conduct a taste test to compare our preferred A.P. Seasoning Killer Hogs with two other alternatives. Due to their distinct flavor profiles, it made the testing process interesting. It is important to note that our focus was on A.P. seasonings, which includes…

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S4 E6: Ultimate All-Purpose Seasoning Taste Test: Which Blend Will Elevate Your Cooking?
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S4 E5: BBQ for Vegan and Vegetarians

Even if you’re not a vegetarian or vegan, you can still relish the delicious variety of foods that they savor. This week, we aimed to offer something unique by featuring a plant-based BBQ, which includes three dishes that even the most adamant meat eater would relish. Jackfruit was an ideal choice for the menu as…

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S4 E5: BBQ for Vegan and Vegetarians
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