The 12 Best BBQ Books

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July 1, 2021
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It’s time to fire up the grill and enjoy these droolworthy recipes (including Caribbean BBQ, Korean BBQ, burgers, brisket, sauces, and vegan options!) from the 10 best bbq books and bbq cookbooks by legendary pitmasters.

1. Rodney Scott’s World of BBQ: Every Day Is a Good Day: A Cookbook by Rodney Scott

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“In the first cookbook by a Black pitmaster, James Beard Award–winning chef Rodney Scott celebrates an incredible culinary legacy through his life story, family traditions, and unmatched dedication to his craft.”

2. Jerk from Jamaica: Barbecue Caribbean Style by Helen Willinsky

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“Helen Willinsky makes a passionate case for the tropical taste with Jerk from Jamaica.”—Boston Herald

3. Smokin’ with Myron Mixon: Recipes Made Simple, from the Winningest Man in Barbecue: A Cookbook by Myron Mixon

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“The winningest man in barbecause shares the secrets of his success. Rule number one? Keep it simple.”

4. Korean BBQ: Master Your Grill in Seven Sauces by Bill Kim

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“JAMES BEARD AWARD FINALIST • A casual and practical guide to grilling with Korean-American flavors from chef Bill Kim of Chicago’s award-winning bellyQ restaurants, with 80 recipes tailored for home cooks with suitable substitutions for hard-to-find ingredients.”

5. Meathead: The Science of Great Barbecue and Grilling by Meathead Goldwyn

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“The book blends chemistry, physics, meat science, and humor. Lavishly designed with hundreds of full-color photos by the author, this book contains all the sure-fire recipes for traditional American favorites and many more outside-the-box creations.”

6. Real BBQ: The Ultimate Step-By-Step Smoker Cookbook by Will Budiaman

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“Prep, smoke, and savor meat with Real BBQ—the ultimate step-by-step smoker cookbook.”

7. VBQ―The Ultimate Vegan Barbecue Cookbook: Over 80 Recipes―Seared, Skewered, Smoking Hot! by Nadine Horn

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“Calling all vegans: it’s your turn at the grill!”

8. American Barbecue Sauces: Marinades, Rubs, and More from the South and Beyond by Greg Mrvich

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“Kick up your cookout―barbecue sauces, marinades, and more from across the country.”

9. America’s Best BBQ: 100 Recipes from America’s Best Smokehouses, Pits, Shacks, Rib Joints, Roadhouses, and Restaurants by Ardie A. Davis

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“Hungry for something different? Then try America’s Best BBQ. Here, two of the world’s top barbecue experts present their favorite barbecue recipes from across America.”

10. Franklin Barbecue: A Meat-Smoking Manifesto by Aaron Franklin

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“NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • A complete meat and brisket-cooking education from the country’s most celebrated pitmaster and owner of the wildly popular Austin restaurant Franklin Barbecue.”