Ultimate BBQ Meat Platter

This platter will include:

• Smoked brisket

• Pulled pork

• BBQ ribs

• Grilled sausages

• BBQ chicken thighs

Plus, I’ll suggest some sides and sauces to elevate the experience.

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Ultimate BBQ Meat Platter Recipe

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1. Smoked Brisket

Ingredients:

• 1 whole beef brisket (10-12 lbs), trimmed

• 1/4 cup kosher salt

• 1/4 cup coarse black pepper

• 2 tbsp garlic powder

• 2 tbsp onion powder

• 1 tbsp smoked paprika

• Wood chips: oak or hickory

Instructions:

1. Prep rub: Mix salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika.

2. Apply rub: Generously coat brisket with the rub on all sides.

3. Smoking: Preheat smoker to 225°F (107°C). Place brisket fat side up.

4. Cook: Smoke for 10-14 hours until internal temp hits ~195-205°F (90-96°C). Wrap in butcher paper or foil after 6 hours to retain moisture (optional).

5. Rest: Let brisket rest for 1 hour before slicing thinly against the grain.

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2. Pulled Pork (Pork Shoulder / Boston Butt)

Ingredients:

• 8 lb pork shoulder

• 1/4 cup paprika

• 2 tbsp brown sugar

• 1 tbsp salt

• 1 tbsp black pepper

• 1 tbsp chili powder

• 1 tbsp garlic powder

• 1 tbsp onion powder

• 1 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)

• Apple cider vinegar or apple juice (for spritzing)

Instructions:

1. Rub: Combine spices and rub all over the pork.

2. Smoking: Preheat smoker to 225°F. Place pork fat side up.

3. Cook: Smoke for 12-16 hours, until internal temp reaches 195-205°F.

4. Spritz: Every hour after 3 hours, spritz with apple cider vinegar or juice.

5. Pull: Let rest 30 mins, then shred with forks or meat claws.

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3. BBQ Ribs (Baby Back or St. Louis Style)

Ingredients:

• 2 racks pork ribs

• 1/4 cup brown sugar

• 1 tbsp paprika

• 1 tbsp salt

• 1 tbsp black pepper

• 1 tbsp chili powder

• 1 tsp garlic powder

• 1 tsp onion powder

• Your favorite BBQ sauce

Instructions:

1. Remove membrane: Peel off the silver skin from the bone side.

2. Dry rub: Mix spices and rub evenly.

3. Smoking: Smoke ribs at 225°F for 3 hours.

4. Wrap: Wrap ribs tightly in foil with a splash of apple juice or butter, cook another 2 hours.

5. Sauce and finish: Unwrap and sauce ribs, smoke another 1 hour unwrapped to set the sauce.

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4. Grilled Sausages

Ingredients:

• 8 sausages (bratwurst, Italian, or your favorite kind)

Instructions:

1. Grill over medium heat (around 350°F) for about 15-20 minutes.

2. Turn frequently for even cooking and char marks.

3. Serve whole or sliced.

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5. BBQ Chicken Thighs

Ingredients:

• 8 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs

• 1/4 cup olive oil

• 2 tbsp smoked paprika

• 1 tbsp garlic powder

• 1 tbsp onion powder

• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Toss chicken thighs with olive oil and seasonings.

2. Grill over medium heat for 6-8 minutes per side until internal temp hits 165°F.

3. Optional: brush with BBQ sauce in the last few minutes.

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Suggested Sides & Sauces

• Classic coleslaw

• Pickles and onions

• Cornbread or soft rolls

• Baked beans

• BBQ sauces: tangy vinegar, sweet molasses, spicy mustard

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Plating & Serving

• Slice brisket thin and fan out.

• Pile pulled pork in a serving dish.

• Arrange ribs, sausages, and chicken attractively.

• Serve with sides and sauces for dipping.