Glossary
What is the definition of Activated Charcoal
Charcoal that has been treated to increase its adsorptive power. Used in food and seasoning, like our Gunpowder Steak & Brisket Seasoning, it adds a smoky, earthy taste.
What is the definition of Air Fry
A cooking method where food is fried by means of convection currents circulated rapidly by a fan instead of being submerged in oil.
What is the definition of Basting
Brushing meat or poultry with a liquid during cooking, such as butter, oil, or marinade. This helps to keep the meat moist and flavorful.
What is the definition of Barbecue
A cooking method that uses indirect heat to cook food slowly over a long period of time.
What is the definition of Barbecue Sauce
A sauce that is used to baste or marinate meat or poultry before grilling or barbecuing.
What is the definition of Beef Jerky
Dried, salted meat. Slices of lean trimmed beef made by marinating the slices in a curing solution and letting it dry.
What is the definition of Brisket
A cut of beef from the chest of the cow.
What is the definition of Brining
A process of soaking meat in a salty solution before cooking. This helps to tenderize the meat and add flavor.
What is the definition of Burnt Ends
Burnt ends are flavorful pieces of meat cut from the "point" half of a smoked brisket. During the smoking process, the point cut of the brisket develops a rich, smoky bark and crunchy texture.
What is the definition of Dry Rub
A mixture of spices that is rubbed onto meat before cooking.
What is the definition of Marinade
A liquid that is used to soak meat or poultry before cooking. This helps to tenderize the meat and add flavor.
What is the definition of Meat Thermometer
A thermometer that is used to measure the internal temperature of meat.
What is the definition of Ribs
A cut of meat from the ribs of an animal, such as pork, beef, or lamb.
What is the definition of Sear
To cook meat at a high temperature for a short period of time, until it forms a brown crust.
What is the definition of Seasoning
Salt, herbs, or spices added to food to enhance the flavor.
What is the definition of Smoke Ring
A pink or red ring that forms on the surface of meat when it is smoked.
What is the definition of Smoker
A type of grill that uses wood chips or pellets to create smoke, which is used to flavor the food that is being cooked.
What is the definition of Smoking
A cooking method that uses smoke to flavor food.
What is the definition of Sweat
Evaporative cooling–when the moisture in the meat slowly evaporates causing the meat to cool or stall in temperature rise when cooking.
What is the definition of Wet Rub
Dry Rub mixed with a wet ingredient (oil, vinegar, coffee, beer, bourbon, soy sauce, tomato sauce, mustard, honey molasses, etc.). Best for meats cooked slowly over low heat.
What is the definition of Wood Chips
Small pieces of wood that are used in smokers to create smoke. Wood chips product different flavors depending on the type of wood such as oak, hickory, mesquite and fruitwoods.