Mastering ribs starts with understanding the options. This guide tours types from meaty spareribs to quick-cooking loin ribs, detailing flavors, textures, prep tips, and best cooking methods. Get to know your cuts so you can pick perfect ribs to match…
At Chicago Steak Company, we specialize in beef steaks. However, we’re steak enthusiasts of all kinds, so we also love a good pork steak. In this guide, we’re sharing our love for pork shoulder steak with you, covering all of…
Beef is great, but sometimes you need to mix up your proteins for variety and health benefits. Pork is a great alternative even for fancy dinners with plenty of guests. The humble pork chop is well-known, but larger pork steaks…
Cooking up an entire slab of ribs on your grill or smoker is quite an accomplishment. While it may earn you master griller status, it’s not always a challenge you want to undertake just for a tasty meal. That’s where…
If you’re looking for a show-stopping centerpiece for your backyard barbecue, a whole roast is a great choice. It takes a little longer than chicken drumsticks and most steaks, but the time you put into the grill will pay you…
Grilling pork steaks is an art that combines the heat and smoky flavor of an open flame with the tender juiciness of well-seasoned meat. So if you’re looking for a mouthwatering outdoor meal or a delightful twist on traditional pork,…
Boneless pork ribs offer the yummy flavors of traditional pork ribs but without having bones in the way. As a result, they can still deliver a party to your taste buds but in a less messy way. You have several…
At Chicago Steak Company, we offer more than just steak; we have selections for virtually any meat preference, whether you love burgers and hot dogs or shellfish. Pork roasts are also high on our list of must-try proteins, especially when…
For some families, pork chops appear on the dinner table much more often than T-bone steaks. Yet you don’t have to treat this everyday dinner star as something routine or boring. Spicing things up with a change in seasoning can…
Ribs don’t have to take all day in the smoker or fill up an entire platter. Bite-sized ribs, especially those cooked to a crispy finish and dressed with a smoky barbecue sauce, make great party food. Or you can just…
Pulled pork is one of the best dishes to feed large families or groups. It’s easy to make in large batches, isn’t complicated for beginners, and can be relatively budget-friendly—not to mention it’s completely delicious. Whether you want warm pulled…
If you have a smoker, making smoked pulled pork should be at the top of your list of things to make with it. It’s perfect for making for a crowd, but it also stores and freezes well if you want…
Ham steak is a classic weeknight dinner that has fallen out of favor in the last few decades. It’s a great time for reviving this dish and giving it a modern makeover. Using the right cut of meat provides the…
Smoked pork belly is an absolute treat that everyone who likes pork should be able to experience. It’s tender, juicy, and full of so much flavor, just like the bacon that gets cut from it. On the smoker, pork belly…
If you’re like many home cooks, you might find yourself craving the deliciousness of perfectly cooked pork ribs without needing to fire up the grill to make them. That’s where this guide comes in handy. We’ll walk you through what…
The humble pork chop is often considered second-best to a juicy steak. These lean cuts deserve a place on the dinner table for their high protein levels and great flavors. The trick is learning how to tenderize all the different…
