BBQ, Barbecue, Barbeque, Bar-B-Q, or just simply Q…
It’s called many things. Means different things to different people. Is used as a noun, verb, and adjective. And has a language all its own.

Our BBQ Dictionary tries to define the terms and capture the spirit, history and tradition of this tasty national pastime.

Brine

A brine is a mixture of water, salt and seasonings used to enhance a piece…

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Zest

Perhaps like me you came across a recipe for a BBQ marinade that called for…

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Reverse Sear

Using a Reverse Sear method to BBQ meats involves cooking the meat with indirect heat…

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Texas Crutch

Texas Crutch refers to wrapping the meat tightly in foil during the BBQ cooking process. [caption…

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Minion Method

The Minion Method is a technique to create a long burning charcoal fire for cooking…

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Fat Cap

A Fat Cap is the white layer of fat on top of the meat. The…

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Q

Q is the simplest way to say Barbeque.  It’s often referred to this way on…

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Glue

Glues or binders are used in preparation for smoking meat to hold the dry rub…

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Marbling

Marbling (aka intramuscular fat) refers to the white fat in the muscle of beef. It…

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Spatchcock

What is Spatchcock? Spatchcock or “Spatch” is the procedure for butterflying a chicken, turkey, Cornish…

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