Pork ribs are among the most popular items to cook and the one that gives most people the most trouble. If you have a smoker and know how to use it you shouldn't have any difficulty (see my article on BBQ Ribs. If, however, you are using a grill then you need to learn how to keep it low and slow to get tender, perfect bbq ribs. For this ​demonstration, we will be looking at making barbecue ribs on a charcoal grill.

Chicken is one of the most forgiving meats you can cook. It can't be overcooked, though it can be dried out. This makes chicken one of the easiest items to smoke and the perfect item to learn meat smoking. Pulled Chicken is a simplified and quicker version of pulled pork and it can even be Kosher. All it needs is a slow roasting time in a smoky environment to get it to perfection. Then, pulled by hand into a pile of delicious barbecue, it is the perfect meat for sandwiches and so much more.

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