BBQ and Grilling megathread

[PaperBagger'14]

Trying my hand at the 3-2-1 tonight, will post pictures later!

[RyZ]

I have a Bradley and a Kamado style "egg". The Bradley is very convenient set it and forget it type stuff but I find I get better results off of the egg.

The main thing is to practice. My fall meats are always better than my spring meats but I'm producing better results year after year as well as I get more sessions in.

[Royle9]

Good luck Paper!

Going to try my hand at smoking and reverse searing a 3lb flat iron steak tomorrow.

3-2-1 ribs again on Sunday for the in-laws and then I’m going to source a nice big brisket and tackle the beast on Monday I think for the first time.

[PaperBagger'14]

The verdict on 3-2-1 is in.

I had a bit of apprehension leading up to this cook, having never done a great job of ribs before. I followed the advice and here's what happened.

I started the cook and set the Traegar for 225. When it was in the shade it didnt quite keep up to temp as well as id like. However after 3 hours, it looked as cooked as it should have. I came home from a quick bow river fishing jaunt (skunked, thanks murky waters from last nights rain) and wrapped them in the foil.

After 2 hours in the foil, I had quickly moved the ribs from the smoker to another surface to put on the BBQ sauce.

While I picked up the slippery mofo, it actually split in 2 in my hands:



I followed Aleks advice and sauced the ribs for about half an hour at 225 farenheit. The final product was bonerworthy immaculate.



Next time when I do things differently, i would keep cooking times and temps the same, use less sauce and a bit more spice (Carolina Reaper seasoning in gentle moderation).

Overall it gets a F for fully erect.


Thanks Aleks!

[I-Hate-Hulse]

Originally Posted by Canadianman

I'm waiting for the Lousiana Grill LG900 to go on clearance at Costco.

if I get that, I'll have a 4 drawer digital bradley smoker that I'd be willing to sell

FYI - this is what Canadianman is talking about. Regular price $799:

NSFW!

Unfortunately it doesn't sound like it's not on clearance yet.

[Kerplunk]

I've been doing ribs sous vide for a while now; really moist and very tender, and finish nicely on the BBQ or oven. I find it more convenient than IP or slow cooker for after work meals.

[gasman]

Originally Posted by PaperBagger'14

I started the cook and set the Traegar for 225. When it was in the shade it didnt quite keep up to temp as well as id like. However after 3 hours, it looked as cooked as it should have. I came

First things first... Ribs look amazing!

I would be a little concerned, however, that your traegar couldn't maintain 225 in late June. I could see if it was -20 outside, but this weather should be ideal, expectation should be rock solid temp control. Consider calling customer support as it sounds like there is an issue with the temp controller.

[PaperBagger'14]

Originally Posted by gasman

First things first... Ribs look amazing!

I would be a little concerned, however, that your traegar couldn't maintain 225 in late June. I could see if it was -20 outside, but this weather should be ideal, expectation should be rock solid temp control. Consider calling customer support as it sounds like there is an issue with the temp controller.

It's really strange because it was dipping to 212 at the lowest point when it was set to 225, but when I set the temp to 250 it held just fine.

[I-Hate-Hulse]

Was just at the Costco East Hills on Saturday and saw a few interesting items I thought I'd post in case anyone is in the market.

First, they had a Weber Genesis II LX for $1,499. This is the US made version with a side burner and some beefy stainless grates. It comes with a cover and an iGrill 3 (ii?) which is worth $300 or so. A nice find for a solid built BBQ that'll last you quite some time. Probably an endangered species if I'm honest, as more an more production moves to China so get one while you can.

They also had a Napoleon LEX model for $1299 (I believe, I didn't take a picture). 3 burner as well but it had the benefit of having a rotisserie burner. A nice looking grill, but as long as you have no interest in the rotisserie, I'd probably go for the Weber from a longetivity perspective. That said Napoleon should have support for a long time as well so you won't go wrong with either unit.

[rohara66]

Originally Posted by I-Hate-Hulse

Was just at the Costco East Hills on Saturday and saw a few interesting items I thought I'd post in case anyone is in the market.

First, they had a Weber Genesis II LX for $1,499. This is the US made version with a side burner and some beefy stainless grates. It comes with a cover and an iGrill 3 (ii?) which is worth $300 or so. A nice find for a solid built BBQ that'll last you quite some time. Probably an endangered species if I'm honest, as more an more production moves to China so get one while you can.

Picked up a Weber Genesis II LX S-340 (with all the stainless parts) with a free igrill (which are $129) and free delivery from Home Depot for $1199 a couple weeks back as they were on clearance. Looks like they're all sold out now.


Just finally got it hooked up yesterday and she's a beauty!

[Canadianman]

Any chance you noticed the price of the Louisiana LG900? Wondering if it's on clearance yet?

[I-Hate-Hulse]

It wasn't on sale. Still $799. Lots of people seem to be buying them on RFD in the hopes of a price adjustment if they go on sale. Unfortunately, they may be messing up the possibility of clearance pricing...since they seem to be selling well at $799....

[Flames1848]

I am a great bbq fan and i think the greatest flames fan from germany. This is my Equipment:



Maybe you will follow me on Instagram @hoevelgriller



https://youtu.be/noqlzWfk7VM

[fleuryisgod]

A little of my Canada BBQ. First off some smoked chicken drumsticks for a potluck, and second up just a nice steak.

[Flames1848]

Nice, great Branding.

This is a butter dry aged steak







https://youtu.be/hZUg6c7teME

Instagram @hoevelgriller

[I-Hate-Hulse]

Originally Posted by Flames1848

I am a great bbq fan and i think the greatest flames fan from germany. This is my Equipment:

That's great, thank you for sharing - looks like you like your smokers. It's always interesting to see BBQ from other countries, especially from Europe as I know it is not common.

Do you any explanation as to why BBQ is not more popular in Europe? I have heard that the equipment is much more expensive there.

[DoubleK]

Wallyworld has AAA Angus Blade Steaks on for $4/lb starting tomorrow.

[Flames1848]

Originally Posted by I-Hate-Hulse

That's great, thank you for sharing - looks like you like your smokers. It's always interesting to see BBQ from other countries, especially from Europe as I know it is not common.



Do you any explanation as to why BBQ is not more popular in Europe? I have heard that the equipment is much more expensive there.

The last few years the bbq market rises like hell. Everybody BBQs here in Germany now. Here you get Equipment in every price class. At example, i have no grill over 99€ :-)

[Incogneto]

Rib talk:
I don't have a smoker, but I make kickass ribs in the oven, pretty simply:
1) Rub ribs
2) Double wrap with tinfoil
3) Cook in over for 2-3 hrs at 350F.
4) Finish on grill with BBQ sauce of choice.

Honestly, I have never had Smoker ribs that have been better than this cooking style.

[Flames1848]

Originally Posted by Incogneto

Rib talk:
I don't have a smoker, but I make kickass ribs in the oven, pretty simply:
1) Rub ribs
2) Double wrap with tinfoil
3) Cook in over for 2-3 hrs at 350F.
4) Finish on grill with BBQ sauce of choice.

Honestly, I have never had Smoker ribs that have been better than this cooking style.

No smoke , no fun :-)