Originating in the South, this style features slow-cooked meats, predominantly pork, with a range of sauces from tangy vinegar to sweet tomato-based concoctions.
Southern Pit Barbecue
Texas boasts a love affair with beef, especially brisket. Cooked low and slow over wood, it's characterized by simple rubs and a smoky flavor, often using oak or mesquite.
Texas-Style Barbecue
Known for its diversity, Kansas City barbecue encompasses various meats, and its signature is a thick, sweet, and tangy tomato-based sauce.
Kansas City Barbecue
Influenced by African, Scottish, and English cooking, Southern fried chicken became a beloved dish in the 18th century.
Southern Fried Chicken
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Carolina's tradition involves slow-cooking whole hogs and finishing with a pepper and vinegar sauce, emphasizing the natural flavor of the pork.
Carolina Whole Hog Barbecue
Kentucky's specialty is mutton, slow-cooked to perfection and served with a unique Worcestershire-based sauce.
Kentucky Mutton Barbecue
Originating in California, Santa Maria-style barbecue focuses on tri-tip beef, seasoned with simple rubs and grilled over red oak.