The Grill and BBQ thread

[cali_vol]

If you're cooking pork to 165 you are overcooking it and drying it out. You don't have to cook pork to anymore than 145.

I grabbed what I thought was a pork tenderloin at walmart only to find out later that it's actually a "pork loin filet". Whatever that is. It looks just like a pork tenderloin and is even only 2.13lbs but it has a fat cap on one side. I'm thinking I can still grill this using the 765 method. How much different is this cut compared to actual pork tenderloin?

Most likely pork loin rather than tenderloin. Essentially a long chop or roast. It's still good eating and yes, you can use the 765 method. I've done it and it turned out great.

 

[cali_vol]

If you're cooking pork to 165 you are overcooking it and drying it out. You don't have to cook pork to anymore than 145.

I grabbed what I thought was a pork tenderloin at walmart only to find out later that it's actually a "pork loin filet". Whatever that is. It looks just like a pork tenderloin and is even only 2.13lbs but it has a fat cap on one side. I'm thinking I can still grill this using the 765 method. How much different is this cut compared to actual pork tenderloin?

You're right but no way I could get anyone here to eat it at 145 degrees. I've done it and everyone thinks it's not done. I brine and take to 165 so it's still juicy and I get no resistance.

 

[cali_vol]

On a side note, I made lamb chops yesterday. Best I've ever made.

 

[Coug]

You're right but no way I could get anyone here to eat it at 145 degrees. I've done it and everyone thinks it's not done. I brine and take to 165 so it's still juicy and I get no resistance.

For those of us that aren't scared of eating it, how good is a pork tenderloin cooked to 145 though?

 

[vols72]

For those of us that aren't scared of eating it, how good is a pork tenderloin cooked to 145 though?

I never go over 145 if possible,I'll pull it at 135-140 and wrap and let it rest.

 

[Coug]

I never go over 145 if possible,I'll pull it at 135-140 and wrap and let it rest.

It's the most tender and juiciest at that temp imo. It's delicious.

 

[cali_vol]

It's the most tender and juiciest at that temp imo. It's delicious.

Agreed

 

[volinbham]

A little teriyaki chicken and grilled zucchini

 

[cali_vol]

A little teriyaki chicken and grilled zucchini

Winner Winner!

 

[Orangedogsrule]

I'm thinking about getting a new grill..what do you guys think of this one?

Depends. How hot's the rack it's for? And is it willing to do a New York strip? Maybe if you port her house so the smoke gets out the screened porch you'd get to stroke some tender loin or fillet her petite mignon.

 

[Orangedogsrule]

Serious question. Where, even up to a long drive in or outside Knoxville, is the best place to get the best meats? So tender after grilled medium rare+ they fork cut.

 

[Coug]

Serious question. Where, even up to a long drive in or outside Knoxville, is the best place to get the best meats? So tender after grilled medium rare+ they fork cut.

Mother Earth Meats - Inside 'The Shrimp Dock' in Farragut
J & M's Butcher Shop - Oak Ridge
Willy's Butcher Shop - Homberg Drive
Butler And Bailey - Rocky Hill

 

[Orangedogsrule]

Mother Earth Meats - Inside 'The Shrimp Dock' in Farragut
J & M's Butcher Shop - Oak Ridge
Willy's Butcher Shop - Homberg Drive
Butler And Bailey - Rocky Hill

thanx! anybody else got a recommedation?

 

[BearCat204]

A little teriyaki chicken and grilled zucchini

Looks good

 

[VolLee]

When we lived in Knoxville, we loved Butler & Bailey

 

[vols72]

Food Porn

 

[VolLee]

Oh gosh darn

 

[Boca Vol]

Mother Earth Meats - Inside 'The Shrimp Dock' in Farragut
J & M's Butcher Shop - Oak Ridge
Willy's Butcher Shop - Homberg Drive
Butler And Bailey - Rocky Hill

I went to Willy's a couple of months ago and bought 4 Berkshire pork chops. The absolute best I've ever had...for $56 they should be!

 

[BigZiti09]

Has anyone used or can anyone recommend the Acorn Kamado grill as a cheaper alternative to the egg?

Char-Griller Akorn Kamado Kooker - Red - Sam's Club

 

[BearCat204]

Has anyone used or can anyone recommend the Acorn Kamado grill as a cheaper alternative to the egg?

Char-Griller Akorn Kamado Kooker - Red - Sam's Club

I have a few friends who have these and they like them. Depending on your budget, there are better kamados that are cheaper alternatives to the egg. I have a Vision Kamado Pro that I paid around $700 for and I absolutely love it.

 

[BearCat204]

Food Porn

What grill are you using there? It looks like a Akorn

 

[theutvolunteers]

I'm smoking that damn brisket this weekend!!!

 

[vols72]

What grill are you using there? It looks like a Akorn

It is, I love love it

 

[BearCat204]

Prepping baby backs for an afternoon smoke

 

[BearCat204]

It is, I love love it

I actually almost bought one but decided on the vision. Absolutely love my vision, but from what everyone has told me about the Akorn, I would have been very happy with it as well.