Throughout the years Barbecue has changed from the cavemen cooking on a giant fire pit to the homeowner grilling on a Weber. But what does it mean to be grilling or barbecuing? The word barbecue has been used to describe everything from cooking to social events. Most of us use the term barbecue because we cook on one. But the barbecue can be used for high heat grilling, low heat smoking, and the moderate heat method - indirect grilling.
When someone says their grilling what you’re saying is that they are cooking at a high-heat quickly. Most of us use this method. We throw the coals into the bbq and once they are fire red or glowing we put the meat on top. The temp of the bbq is around 600 degrees. At this high of a heat you need to cook thin pieces of meat such as burgers, pizzas and steaks. Anything thick will just burn on the outside and leave the inside raw. Not good. You get the joy of cooking your food quickly and it’s a time saver at games and events.
Barbecuing on the other hand is more of a slow and low style. You’re not putting the meat directly over the heat. Your bbq temps are going to be closer to 225 to 350 degrees. Down in the south pit masters will cook ribs for 6 hours and other meats such as pork shoulders for 12 hours. Barbecuing is perfect for starting early in the morning. As your meat cooks you get more excited. Meats like whole pigs, turkeys and briskets are ideal for this method. The thicker the meat the better. Just remember it takes long to cook.
So if you’re going to have a nice backyard party at the last minute grilling is going to be your best bet. But if you’re planning a large party and have the time, go with the thicker meat and indirect grilling method better know as Barbecue. All you’re guest will be calling you the grill master.
Tip: When using a charcoal grill for indirect heat use a drip pan under the meat. You pile the coals on either side of the pan and the juices will drip into the pan. Keep the lid closed so the heat cooks the meat. Only open once a few hours. The drip pan will stop you from having flair up and a large mess to clean up.
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