10 TIPS FOR COOKING BBQ ON THE CARNIVORE DIET

Kipp Moore shares his top 10 tips for cooking BBQ while following a carnivore diet. He covers essential equipment, airflow management, cooking techniques, and seasoning advice to help viewers enhance their BBQ skills.

Key Points

Invest in a good BBQ pit

Before starting to cook, it’s crucial to invest in a quality barbecue pit that suits your budget. A sturdy smoker ensures better airflow and cooking conditions, which are essential for good BBQ.

Control airflow

Understanding airflow is key to BBQ success. The air enters from the bottom and needs to be balanced with vents at the top to avoid too much smoke or oversimplified cooking temperatures.

Proper charcoal management

Avoid overloading your smoker with charcoal. Use a basket to manage the charcoal on one side, allowing for a cooler side to smoke meat and using a reverse searing method if desired.

Take your time with BBQ

Patience is important in BBQ cooking. Don’t rush the cooking process; allow meat to cook until it's tender, which can take several hours depending on the cut.

Cook by tenderness, not temperature

For large cuts of meat like brisket or ribs, focus on feeling whether the meat is tender rather than strictly following temperature guidelines.

Use a chimney starter for efficient lighting

A chimney starter can help ignite coals more effectively. You can also use a leaf blower as an alternative method to quicken the lighting process.

Season properly

When seasoning meat, ensure to cover edges and allow seasoning to spread evenly by holding the container higher. This ensures a balanced flavor profile.

Temperature myths debunked

Forget the myth that BBQ must be cooked at 225°F. Cooking at various temperatures can yield excellent results, provided the smoking and cooking method are managed correctly.

Position top vents correctly

Ensure that the top vents of the smoker are aimed toward where the meat is located for optimal smoke flow and flavor enhancement.

Utilize protective gloves

When handling BBQ, use cotton gloves underneath nitrile gloves to protect against heat while also maintaining grip and minimizing moisture issues.