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What you'll learn
How to choose the right cut of brisket (flat vs. point) and assess marbling for optimal smoking.
Techniques for trimming excess fat and applying a dry rub to enhance smoke penetration.
Methods for maintaining low-and-slow temperature control in your smoker, grill, or oven.
How to gauge brisket doneness (probe test, internal temperature) and execute a proper rest period.
Shredding and chopping strategies to preserve moist strands while removing connective tissue.
Balancing flavors by pairing brisket with homemade or store-bought barbecue sauce, pickled slaw, and toasted slider buns.
Tips for staging and serving—keeping sliders warm, preventing buns from sogging, and customizing toppings.
What you'll learn
Choosing the Right Cut: How to select a well-marbled pork shoulder (Boston butt) and understand why fat content matters for pulled pork.
Seasoning & Rubs: Crafting a balanced dry rub with spices and aromatics to build depth of flavor.
Cooking Methods: Techniques for both traditional smoker smoking (wood vs. charcoal), oven roasting, and slow-cooker approaches—pros and cons of each.
Temperature Control: Monitoring internal meat temperature, knowing when to wrap (the “Texas crutch”), and recognizing the “stall” point.
Shredding & Resting: Properly resting the cooked pork, shredding techniques (fork vs. claw), and keeping the meat moist.
BBQ Sauce Basics: Making a homemade barbecue sauce (vinegar-based, tomato-based, or mustard-based variations) and adjusting sweetness, acidity, and heat.
Sandwich Assembly: Choosing the ideal bun (brioche, kaiser roll, or potato roll), layering techniques to prevent sogginess, and adding complementary toppings (coleslaw, pickles, onions).
Plate Presentation & Storage: Tips for presentation (plating, garnishes) and storing any leftovers without losing texture or flavor.
