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Here at Madiba, we’ve showcased plenty of awesome grills as well as many superb smokers. How about if you like the idea of grilling and smoking food, but you don’t have the space or the budget for two separate appliances? Well, with today’s collection of the best grill smoker combos, we bring you plenty of … Read more
Smoking meats like brisket or beef short ribs is remarkably rewarding and generates a taste you can’t replicate using other cooking methods. Many beginners are put off smoking, though, and this often comes after unwittingly purchasing a smoker unsuitable for newcomers. Today, we’ll help you avoid this mistake with our showcase of the best smokers … Read more
Pulled pork is an age-old BBQ favorite, especially in the southern states. Pork butt, also known as Boston butt, is the preferred cut for making pulled pork like a pitmaster. This particular cut of meat has many benefits when it comes to smoking. Pork butt is loaded with flavor, and it’s also tender and packs … Read more
The right rub can make good meat taste great, and great meat taste absolutely exceptional. Now, while many pitmasters and grill specialists are intensely secretive about their preferred rub recipe, you can find many outstanding rubs pre-made. Indeed, the quality of readymade rubs is so high these days that you really can’t go wrong. You … Read more
Steak is a classic delicacy perfect for special occasions, a trip to the steakhouse, or seared quickly on your charcoal grill. Even if you’re no stranger to steak, you may still be unsure of which cuts would best suit your needs. For a basic primer, check out our guide to the best steak for grilling. … Read more
Pellet grills are made to accommodate special wood pellets instead of hunks of wood or charcoal. The best wood pellets for smoking are essentially nothing more than small chunks of compressed sawdust. Typically made from pieces of real wood that’s salvaged from lumber mills, these pieces are shredded and dried then forced through a small … Read more
When it comes to grilling steak, are you confident of negotiating the many different cuts at your disposal? Well, not all cuts of steak are created equal, and not all cuts are easy to prepare and grill other. Beyond this, some cuts should be avoided altogether, but this is no hardship with so many excellent … Read more
When you’re shopping for grills, it can seem like walking a minefield. Many people insist on nothing but charcoal grills or smokers for an authentic BBQ experience. Some even go to the lengths of making their own charcoal from wood. For others, there is no substitute for the convenience of a natural gas grill, a … Read more
Whether you prefer grilling out with a charcoal grill or a BBQ smoker, charcoal is arguably the greatest fuel out there. Many purists insist that grilling using any other method only offers a pale imitation of cooking with charcoal. Here at Madiba, we feel you should use whatever type of grill best suits. If that … Read more
Whether you prefer using a charcoal smoker for a traditional BBQ or you like the convenience of an electric smoker or propane gas smoker instead, this cooking method offers you a great deal of versatility. How about cooking short ribs in a smoker, though? We’ll outline this for you today after some beef short ribs … Read more