BBQ Lovers’ Paradise: UAE Edition | Smoke, Spice & Sunset

barbecue sauce

🥗Healthier: homemade sauce

💰Cheaper: ketchup + spices

Homemade sauce can be lower in sugar and preservatives.

wood chips

🥗Healthier: herbs

💰Cheaper: aluminum foil packs

Herbs can add flavor without the cost of specialty wood.

ribs

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: pork shoulder

Chicken is leaner, while pork shoulder is more economical for feeding a crowd.

coleslaw

🥗Healthier: cabbage salad

💰Cheaper: shredded carrots + dressing

Cabbage salad is lighter and less expensive.

Prepare the grill for indirect heat.

Season the meat with spices and let it marinate for at least 30 minutes.

Preheat the grill to medium heat, about 350°F (175°C).

Place the meat on the grill away from direct flames.

Close the grill lid and cook the meat until tender, about 1-2 hours depending on the cut.

Baste the meat with barbecue sauce during the last 30 minutes of cooking.

Check the internal temperature, ensuring it reaches at least 145°F (63°C) for pork or beef.

Remove the meat from the grill and let it rest for 10-15 minutes.

Slice the meat and serve with sides.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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