According toBBQ Revolt, there are five main styles of barbecue in the U.S. and dozens of regional variations.
The top five are Texas-style, Kansas City-style, North Carolina-style, South Carolina-style, and Memphis-style.
Each one favors different proteins, rubs, and sauces.
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Texas style is the one that dominates in most states according to a study done by the site.
This style includes the famous low-and-slow method of cooking meat with a dry rub.
“If you’re looking to truly enjoy a BBQ meal, choose an eatery specializing in one style.
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That way, you’ll get the full experience from start to finish, Mickley explains. "
This way, you could ensure that the restaurant focuses on perfecting that style of BBQ.
“In my humble opinion, avoid meats that are heavily sauced,” Weisiger told us.
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“Good BBQ doesn’t need sauce.
If sauce is used, it should complement, not overpower.
“Ribs are a staple on most BBQ menus, but they are one of the trickiest meats.
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“Meats cooked well beyond their regular doneness level,” Mickley explains.
He explains, “A BBQ menu should be simple.
Brisket is just brisket… “You may not see a smoker in plain sight but you definitely will smell one.
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and your clothes will smell like it for days too.”
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