by Smoke Trails BBQ | Feb 11, 2025 | BBQ
Sous-Vide vs. Smoked Ribs: Which Method Reigns Supreme? Discover the ultimate way to cook ribs by comparing two popular methods: smoking before sous-vide versus sous-viding before smoking. Find out which one delivers the best texture, flavor, and convenience. Why It...
by Smoke Trails BBQ | Feb 11, 2025 | BBQ
Slow-Smoked Tri-Tip Brisket Style This smoked tri-tip, cooked brisket-style, delivers a melt-in-your-mouth tenderness while preserving the beef’s rich, marbled flavors. Why It Works Marbling Matters:Using a well-marbled cut like Wagyu or Prime-grade tri-tip...
by Smoke Trails BBQ | Feb 11, 2025 | BBQ
The Secret to Crispy Smoked Turkey Skin Achieve perfectly crispy turkey skin using a baking powder rub and strategic cooking techniques that balance juiciness with crunch. Why It Works Baking Powder Magic:Baking powder increases surface area and lowers pH, helping the...
by Smoke Trails BBQ | Feb 11, 2025 | BBQ
The Ultimate Smoked Turkey on a Pellet Grill Master the art of smoking a turkey on a pellet grill to achieve juicy, flavorful meat with crispy skin using expert techniques and simple ingredients. Why It Works Pre-Brined Turkey: Using a Butterball turkey ensures...
by Smoke Trails BBQ | Feb 11, 2025 | BBQ, Brisket
How to Make Texas-Style Brisket on a Kamado Smoker (Inspired by Aaron Franklin) Learn how to achieve the perfect Texas-style brisket on a Kamado smoker using Aaron Franklin’s innovative technique, featuring enhanced airflow and fire management to replicate an offset...
by Smoke Trails BBQ | Feb 10, 2025 | BBQ
Smoked shotgun shells are a mouthwatering BBQ dish made from cannelloni shells stuffed with a savory meat and cheese filling, wrapped in bacon, and smoked to perfection. Why This Recipe Works Perfect Texture: Parboiling or overnight softening ensures the shells cook...
