There are two traditional methods of seasoning meat destined for the grill: wet and dry. Choosing one over the other places you on one side of yet another barbecue debate. As with most culinary debates, both sides have some strong arguments as we will see when we compare these two methods of flavoring meat in another BBQ Showdown - dry rub vs. wet rub. … [Read more...] about Dry Rub Vs. Wet Rub: BBQ Showdown
BBQ Showdowns
Flat Iron Steak Vs. Flank Steak: BBQ Showdown
Flat iron and flank steaks are just two of the beef cuts that would have been ground or eaten by butchers in previous eras. More recently, they have become trendy and found their way to menus in high-end restaurants as chefs seek out ways to cut costs. The flat iron name comes from the fact that this steak's shape is reminiscent of the flat side of a clothes iron. Flat iron … [Read more...] about Flat Iron Steak Vs. Flank Steak: BBQ Showdown
Pork Loin Vs. Pork Tenderloin: BBQ Showdown
If you are unfamiliar with cuts of pork, it can be easy to confuse pork loin with pork tenderloin just because of their names. However, these are two very different cuts and each has its own benefits and drawbacks. Let's review the similarities and difference in our BBQ Showdown: pork loin vs pork tenderloin. … [Read more...] about Pork Loin Vs. Pork Tenderloin: BBQ Showdown
Prime Rib Vs. Ribeye: BBQ Showdown
Ribeye and prime rib are among the most desirable cuts of meat. They both provide excellent flavor, while being tender enough to eat with plastic utensils if you cook them correctly. These two cuts have a lot in common, but there are also some differences. Let's take a look at the factors that you should consider when deciding between them in our BBQ Showdown: Prime Rib vs. … [Read more...] about Prime Rib Vs. Ribeye: BBQ Showdown
Rump Roast Vs. Chuck Roast: BBQ Showdown
Rump and chuck roasts are two inexpensive cuts of beef that are similar in appearance and texture. Chuck roasts are sometimes called English roasts, while rump roasts are referred to as standing rump roasts if they are bone-in. What makes these cuts different? What are the best ways to use them? We will consider those questions and more below in our BBQ Showdown: Rump Roast Vs. … [Read more...] about Rump Roast Vs. Chuck Roast: BBQ Showdown
