Picanha is a juicy and flavorful cut of beef that has a unique triangular shape, a fat cap, and intense marbling. It is truly a meat lover’s delight! Known under different names in the US (more on this later), picancha is a staple beef cut in Brazil that I discovered while on holiday. Not only […]
Peppered beef jerky is the perfect snack for meat lovers who love some spiciness. As the name suggests, this recipe involves using ground black pepper and other savory and sweet condiments like brown sugar, fresh garlic, soy sauce, etc. In my experience, black pepper is the key to the tastiest jerky. In fact, I often […]
When it comes to BBQ, reverse searing gives you the best of both worlds. You get to cook your favorite meat cuts to the ideal temperature over a long time, which preserves the meat’s moisture and enhances its flavor. Afterward, the meat is exposed to high heat to give it the perfect grilled finish that […]
Whether it’s smoked brisket, slow-cooked, or grilled version, it’s hard to beat the tender, juicy flavor of a well-prepared brisket. But what do you do when you have leftover brisket? Firstly, I recommend making some BBQ sandwiches with it. But you can also make other dishes like tacos, pizza, brisket chili, or brisket hash with […]
If you’re looking for a delicious, protein-packed snack, I’ve got the perfect recipe for you. Beef jerky is one of my favorite meats; however, it can be expensive. Luckily, I discovered this recipe after spending months in culinary school trying to make the perfect jerky. Dr Pepper soda is the star of this recipe and I […]
Smoking a brisket can take up to 1 hour and 15 minutes per pound. But there’s more to it than simply the weight of the brisket. Smoking a brisket is a labor of love that takes time, patience, and a bit of knowledge. As a formally trained chef with years of experience smoking brisket, I know […]
Uncooked prime rib can last 3 to 5 days in the fridge while cooked meat can be stored safely for up to 4 days. If you want to store the meat for longer than this, it is best to freeze it. After working so many years in a restaurant food safety has become second nature […]
Oxtail, as the name implies, is the tail of an ox. It’s typically cut into sections and used to make oxtail soup, stew, or braised oxtail. However, don’t let the idea of eating the tail of beef cattle put you off. Oxtail is a delicious and versatile cut of meat packed with rich nutrition and […]
A good homemade brisket rub keeps it simple. My recipe is a perfect blend of a few simple ingredients: sugar, salt, paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, pepper, mustard, and a dash of Worcestershire sauce. It’s easy to put together, simple to use, tastes wonderful, and stores well in an airtight container. Having worked at a […]
The rump roast is taken from the cow’s hindquarters, while the chuck roast comes from the region between the cow’s neck and shoulder. Both these are tough cuts of beef but they are some of the tastiest meats I’ve cooked. In my years of cooking these cuts, I’ve found a few differences between the chuck […]