Barbeque Techniques: Two Methods to Consider

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When it comes to barbequing, there are two main schools of thought for the techniques that you can use...

When it comes to barbeque, there are two main thought for the techniques that you can use.

The first of these techniques – and the most popular method for those who grill in their back yards – is the style where the food is cooked directly over the source of heat. This way, the food is rapidly cooked on a hot grill suspended directly over the charcoals, the wood, or the gas burners. The lid is not closed. Any foods, including the most tender cuts, hamburgers, steaks, kabobs of all kinds, chicken, and even vegetables are quickly cooked to perfection using this technique. If sauces are required, they can be added before, during the cooking process, or after grilling.

The second barbeque cooking technique uses heat indirectly. This is more appropriate when you’re cooking much larger or whole cuts of meat, such as thick steaks or a pork shoulder. When you cook using this method, cook the food away from the actual source of heat. A water pan of some kind needed in order to maintain the moisture level of the food. Use the temperatures around 250ºF. During cooking, the lid remains closed most of the time, and the length of the cooking is much longer than in the first method. When you’re using an indirect barbeque cooker, there is usually an additional fire box that allows you to combine charcoal and wooden logs for burning. This allows the heat and the smoke to rise through the cooking chamber where the meat is, so that it is heated perfectly. The rule of thumb of this technique is a low temperature for a long time.

It’s important not to cook your meat too quickly. If the internal temperature of your meat rises too quickly as you cook it, the water and the fat within it will split out before the collagen is able to melt. This result your cut will be dry and tough. However, you cannot cook too slowly or you risk a bacterial contamination. Though there is a fine line for barbequing properly, it’s important to find that line and stick to it.

If you’re already dealing with a cut of meat that is tough, such as a brisket or a pork roast, consider cooking slowly as the collagen adds flavor to the meat. If you buy a less tough, more expensive cut, you can cook at a higher temperature for a shorter period of time. This is why ribs and steaks take such a short time to cook, while pork shoulders or beef brisket can run up to 20 hours.

As a final note, it’s important to have fun while you barbeque! Your pleasure will come through in your cooking as it will leave you motivated, and willing to try new and interesting things.

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Next to baseball, nothing says summer like the sizzling sounds, enticing aromas, and mouth-watering flavors of barbecuing. In fact, according to a recent survey commissioned by Hormel Foods and conducted by Harris Interactive, 90 percent of respondents agree that barbecues make them think of summer.

Where does America barbecue? According to the survey, 89 percent prefer to hold family barbecues in their backyards, compared with 3 percent who prefer a public park or picnic area. This shows that barbecues are a great way to bring the family together, entertain friends and family and enjoy the summer nights-right in the backyard!

A few simple tips, courtesy of Hormel Foods, can make your next grill-out even easier:

1. Marinate is a must:
Marinating meat adds flavor and tenderization before cooking. Every marinade should contain an acidic ingredient, such as vinegar or wine; an oil, such as olive or canola; and seasonings, such as herbs and spices. For a no-mess solution, try a pre-marinated variety of Hormel Always Tender pork.

2. Barbecue in bulk:
Got leftovers? No problem. Barbecue meals freeze well, and often become more flavorful when the sauce and spices are reheated at a later date. Once you have fired up the grill, cook as much as your pit can handle since your food will maintain its flavor for future meals. Then keep in refrigerator, reheat and just add sauce for a delicious leftover treat.

3. Fire up a fast-cooking feast:
As most people spend more time in cooking rather than spending time with guests, I recommended you to get a pre-cooked variety of barbecue meat, like Lloyd's barbeque fully cooked ribs, which cuts cooking time to less than five minutes. Just heat and eat and enjoy!

4. Decorate your deck:
Minimal meal preparation time gives you a chance to focus on the details. To make your barbecue spectacular, provoke the mood by hanging lanterns around the yard, blending a signature summertime cocktail and presenting the meal on brightly colored plates. It will result your guest to have a pleasant time there.

Now that you have know the trick and tip in barbeque, it's easy to step outside and cook dinner on the grill. A relaxing backyard barbecue dinner will melt the stress of the workday away. Here is a sentence for you: Your family will love the meal, and you'll love the convenience.

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