binders

[$mok!ng]

Just got done rubbing some ribs for dinner and I changed the binder. Normally I use mustard as I assume a lot of members also do. Although I have heard that the binder is largely inert, I have used oil in the past on pork and didnt like it, so there does seem to be a difference. Today I pulled the membrane, washed and dried the ribs, then sprayed with apple cider vinegar before coating with a new rub. seemed to work well and I am wondering why this is not more common practice. I bet most of us have ACV in a spray bottle ready to use, and commonly spray our meats mid cook, so why not use as the binder? Guess we will see how they turn out but like I said I also used a new rub recipe.

 

[Rafter H BBQ]

Sounds good!

I have come to the point where I don’t use a binder much! I used to do mustard… very seldom these days I might use a light coat of EVOO!

I will sprinkle on the rub to the ribs naked and let sit for 15 min so the rub sets in… then repeat on the other side! Sometimes I will rub, wrap and set in the fridge overnight! That way the rub really shines on the ribs!

I don’t pull the membrane most times as well… I think that helps retain moisture. I think SmokinAl taught me that!

Not trying to downplay your approach… I used to do the same out of the box thinking! The older I get… the more simple I am becoming! And learning that simple sometimes is the best tasting Q. Just my 2 cents… and usually I’ll get some change back!

I have never tried your ACV spritz, please let us know how they turn out! Also how the rub taste turns out… never know… you just might hit it out if the park with it! Best of luck!

 

[Coreymacc]

I never use a binder, just spog right on the ribs. Meat side only, then I just push it in with my hand so its stuck good, done.

Never an issue

Corey

 

[schlotz]

I also do not use a binder on ribs, butts or briskets. IMO just an unnecessary step.

 

[DougE]

I bet most of us have ACV in a spray bottle ready to use, and commonly spray our meats mid cook, so why not use as the binder?

I bet I don't have such a spray bottle and don't "spritz" any meats I cook. Never found a reason to.

 

[chopsaw]

Just got done rubbing some ribs for dinner

Thanks for posting your experience . Sounds like a good method .
People say they don't use a binder , but if they salt the meat , or use a rub with salt in it , it acts the same . Draws the moisture out of the meat , dampens the surface , and causes the seasoning to stick . I have ACV in the pantry . Great ingredient .