A binder is a thin layer of liquid or paste applied to the surface of meat before the dry rub goes on. It helps the seasoning stick evenly and can enhance bark formation during smoking. 🐖 Why Use a Binder? 1. ✅ Better Rub Adhesion A binder creates...
The stall in BBQ smoking is a frustrating—but-completely normal—phenomenon where the internal temperature of the meat stops rising (or even drops slightly) for several hours during the cooking process. This usually happens when the meat’s internal temperature hits around 150°F to 170°F (65°C to 77°C). 🔥...
Keep them airtight! Always reseal tightly or transfer to an airtight container. Avoid letting them sit open during long cooks. Store in a cool, dry, dark place Spices hate heat, humidity, and light — a pantry or closed cabinet away from the stove or grill is ideal. Avoid leaving them...
BBQ Rubs and Spices fade out in sunlight because it contains natural pigments, primarily carotenoids (like capsanthin, capsorubin, and beta-carotene), which are highly sensitive to light, heat, and oxygen. Here’s why it happens: ☀️ Photodegradation (light breakdown) UV rays in sunlight break down the molecular structure of the...
Three tacos. Three bold flavors. One unforgettable bite-sized BBQ experience. 🌮 Brisket Taco—loaded with smoky beef and fired up with our Hot Championship Rub & Touch of Cherry Sauce.🌮 Pulled Pork Taco—sweet, tender, and dripping with Pecan Rub and Kansas City Sweet Sauce.🌮 Chicken Taco—zesty, juicy,...
Three Little Pigs Texas Twinkies Ingredients: 10 large jalapeños 1 lb smoked brisket (chopped or shredded) 8 oz cream cheese, softened. 1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar. 2 tbsp Texas Beef Rub or Pecan Rub 10 slices thick cut bacon Three Little Pigs Competition BBQ Sauce (warmed for glazing) Toothpicks (soaked in water for 30...
Ingredients: 1 whole bone-in smoked ham (8–10 lbs) 1/3 cup Three Little Pigs Touch of Cherry Rub 1/2 cup Three Little Pigs Touch of Cherry BBQ Sauce (plus extra for glazing) 1/4 cup brown sugar 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard 1/4 cup apple juice or cherry juice (optional, for spritzing) Wood: Cherry or...
Candied Thick-Cut Bacon with Three Little Pigs Rubs 🔥 Perfect for: BBQ appetizers, breakfast, or a next-level snack Ingredients: 1 lb thick-cut bacon (the thicker, the better) ¼ cup brown sugar 2 tbsp maple syrup (real, not that pancake syrup nonsense) 1 tbsp Three Little Pigs Touch of Cherry Rub 1 tbsp...
Ingredients: 2- Large Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts. 2- Slices of Thin Cut Bacon Three Little Pigs Spicy Lemon Pepper 1/4 cup Three Little Pigs Competition BBQ Sauce Directions: Lightly apply Extra Virgin Olive Oil to both sides of the breasts. Apply Three Little Pigs Lemon Pepper rub to both sides of the...
Ingredients: 1-quart water 1-cup (Packed) brown sugar 1-cup of sugar ¼ cup salt 6-Five to six oz. Salmon fillets Three Little Pigs Spicy Honey Maple rub Three Little Pigs Competition BBQ Sauce Directions: Stir the first 4 ingredients in a large bowl until sugar dissolves. Add salmon to the brine. Pressing to submerge....