BBQ MASTERGUIDE
BBQ techniques
Techniques that make your BBQ sessions reliably better
This is where we collect step-by-step techniques such as reverse sear, direct grilling, indirect cooking, low and slow, searing, resting and smoke control. Every technique gets its own page with temperatures, mistakes, FAQs and practical links.
Reverse sear
Cook gently with indirect heat first, then sear hot and fast for a perfect crust.
TechniqueIndirect grilling
Cook next to the heat instead of directly above it: ideal for chicken, roasts, ribs and larger cuts.
TechniqueDirect grilling
Fast grilling over direct heat for crust, grill marks and Maillard browning.
TechniqueLow and slow
Slow cooking at low temperature for tender meat, bark, smoke and control.
Technique3-2-1 ribs
The classic ribs method: smoke, wrap and glaze until sticky and tender.