As propane gas grill experts in Rocky Mount, NC, there’s nothing we love more than good barbeque. While some people use the terms “barbecue” and “grilling” interchangeably, they are actually two very different cooking methods. When we talk about grilling, it refers to a hot and fast cook over direct heat. As Claire Suddath writes in Time Magazine,
“Let’s first get one thing straight: merely throwing meat on a grill is not barbecue — at least not in the traditional sense […] the real thing is cooked over indirect heat — usually a wood fire — for a really long time (sometimes for as many as 18 hours). The resulting flavor is a combination of smoke, meat juices, fat and whatever spices or rub have been added.”
1. Use Large, Fatty Cuts of Meat
Go for cuts of meat like brisket, pork shoulder, and ribs, that a large and full of fat, to cook on low heat. You don’t want anything too lean or it might dry out too much from the hours on the grill.
2. Leave Lots of Room
Because the barbequing process relies so much on indirect heat, you need to allow plenty of room. This makes it possible for the smoke to really penetrate the meat. While you may be tempted to try to cook as much as possible, keep it to just a few racks.
3. Don’t Rush
It’s all about the timing. The amount of time it takes depends on the heat, weather, and the meat itself. In general, though, you can account for a minimum of 3-4 hours for ribs and up to 12-14 hours for a pork shoulder or brisket, if you’re cooking at 225 degrees Fahrenheit.
Ready For Some Barbeque?
Of course, to get started you need a propane gas grill that can get the job done. To get started with your grilling journey, look no further than Daughtridge Energy. From propane gas Grills to gas delivery in Rocky Mount, NC— we’re your grilling destination. It’s a great way to heat up your Valentine’s Day. To get started, contact us and we can get you started.