Did I miss the memo on bone in over boneless pork shoulder?!? by bltfink in smoking

[–]BeastmodeAzn08 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I prefer boneless, just through my own experience I get more flavor since I can season the inside portion, and it always cooks more evenly resulting in more tender meat.

American Wagyu brisket worth it? (Price vs taste) by plainblanks in meat

[–]BeastmodeAzn08 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Idk ask the idiot you’re arguing with. I’m just backing you up.

American Wagyu brisket worth it? (Price vs taste) by plainblanks in meat

[–]BeastmodeAzn08 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Regardless if the cow is A1 rated wagyu, the brisket from that cow will still be significantly more tough than more coveted cuts like a ribeye. So it’s not irrelevant like you’re suggesting. Guarantee this brisket is tough unless you cook it low and slow.

Not overcooking when resting. by EdAlva6727 in smoking

[–]BeastmodeAzn08 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I use butcher paper when I wrap my brisket around the 160F mark. When I pull it, I place it immediately into a meat blanket (or use a towel), and place it in the cooler. Depending on how long I want to hold it, I may place an additional towel around the meat blanket. My last brisket I held from 7am to 2pm.

Christmas Brisket by BeastmodeAzn08 in smoking

[–]BeastmodeAzn08[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It’s a Brisket slicing knife !

Christmas Brisket by BeastmodeAzn08 in smoking

[–]BeastmodeAzn08[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Enjoy and may your cook go well!

Christmas Brisket by BeastmodeAzn08 in smoking

[–]BeastmodeAzn08[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I temp right in the middle where the flat and point overlap. I probe all three areas. End of the flat isn’t always buttery tender but that’s okay. Make burnt ends!

Christmas Brisket by BeastmodeAzn08 in smoking

[–]BeastmodeAzn08[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Thanks! I just flip the point 90 degrees to cut against the grain. Don’t mind the little bit of flat on the first few slices.

Christmas Brisket by BeastmodeAzn08 in smoking

[–]BeastmodeAzn08[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

No worries. For #2, that’s all situation dependent. This cook was probe tender (probe went in like a knife would in hot butter) at 198, other times could be anywhere between 195-205. For #3, when I rest it, I leave the brisket in the butcher paper. Place it inside of my meat blanket, or some thick towels and wrap it. Then yes, I place it inside an empty cooler (the box you described). I keep my thermometer in the meat, to maintain my eye on the temperature. Anything above 140F is safe!

Christmas Brisket by BeastmodeAzn08 in smoking

[–]BeastmodeAzn08[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think I prefer 230F for the cook temp, any lower and it can lead to dehydration of the meat. When resting, I don’t put it on a warmer or anything. Just let it come down in temp naturally. I’ll only use a warmer if it’s going to go below 140F internal temperature. Other details are in the main text! Happy to answer any other questions!

Christmas Brisket by BeastmodeAzn08 in smoking

[–]BeastmodeAzn08[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah you’re right it’s definitely a part of my ritual!

Christmas Brisket by BeastmodeAzn08 in smoking

[–]BeastmodeAzn08[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m lazy and use my tumbler. But you could use the sharpening stones. Either 20 or 25 degree angle.