🔥 BBQ world tour: USA – Smoked, Grilled & Low & Slow 🇺🇸

If there's one country that has turned BBQ into an art form, it's the USA! Here, BBQ isn't just grilling—it's a religion. From Texas to Memphis to the Carolinas, there are different styles that focus on smoky flavors, juicy meat, and long cooking times. Today, we're taking you into the world of authentic US BBQ! 🔥

🔥 US BBQ – Smoked, Sauced & Full of Flavor

BBQ in the USA varies from region to region – but all styles have one thing in common: **Low & Slow is the secret**! It's all about long cooking at low temperatures, smoke, spices, and lots of patience.

• ✅ Texas-Style Brisket – Low & Slow smoked beef brisket
• ✅ Memphis-style ribs – Spicy pork ribs with BBQ rub & sauce
• ✅ Pulled pork – Slow-cooked pork shoulder with a smoky aroma

🔥 3 original recipes for US BBQ

1. Texas-Style Brisket – Smoked & Tender

Ingredients for 8-10 servings:

• 5 kg beef brisket
• 2 tbsp coarse sea salt
• 2 tbsp black pepper
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp onion powder
• 1 tbsp smoked paprika powder
• Wood chips (preferably hickory or mesquite)

Preparation:

1. Preheat the smoker to **110°C** indirect heat.
2. Rub brisket with salt, pepper, garlic and onion powder, and paprika.
3. Place the meat in the smoker with the fat side up and smoke for **10-12 hours**.
4. After about 6 hours, wrap in aluminum foil (Texas Crutch method) and continue cooking until an internal temperature of **92–96°C** is reached.
5. Remove brisket from the smoker, **let rest for at least 1 hour**, then cut into thin slices.

2. Memphis-Style Ribs – Dry Rub & Glaze

Ingredients for 4 people:

• 2 kg pork ribs (baby back ribs or spare ribs)

Memphis Dry Rub:

• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 1 tbsp paprika powder
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp onion powder
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tsp black pepper
• 1 tsp cayenne pepper

Preparation:

1. Prepare the grill or smoker to **120°C**.
2. Remove the silver skin from the ribs and rub generously with the dry rub.
3. Grill ribs indirectly for 5-6 hours, spraying occasionally with apple cider vinegar.
4. Finally, brush with BBQ sauce and let it caramelize for 10 minutes at higher heat.

3. Pulled Pork – Tender, smoky & full of flavor

Ingredients for 8 servings:

• 4 kg pork shoulder
• 2 tbsp coarse sea salt
• 2 tbsp paprika powder
• 2 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp cayenne pepper
• 1 tsp cumin
• BBQ sauce of your choice

Preparation:

1. Rub the pork shoulder with the spices.
2. Prepare the smoker to **110–120°C**.
3. Slowly smoke the meat for **12-16 hours** until an internal temperature of **92°C** is reached.
4. Let the meat rest for 1 hour, then shred with two forks and mix with BBQ sauce.

🔥 Conclusion: BBQ the American way

• ✅ Low & Slow: Patience is the key to perfect US BBQ.
• ✅ Rub & Smoke: Spice blends & wood smoke ensure a unique taste.
• ✅ Sauces & Traditions: Every region in the USA has its own style!

🔥 Fancy a real American BBQ? Then get to the smoker! 🔥