Uploaded December 2022 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
I descend deeper into madness trying to find out what makes Franklin BBQ brisket so delicious.
Sources Cited in video:
Article: texasmonthly.com/bbq/seasoning-worst-kept-secret-texas-barbecue
Mad Scientist BBQ Videos:
- youtube.com/watch?v=2JvNsg3StXo
- youtube.com/watch?v=HNGLHX5bjBg&t
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I descend deeper into madness trying to find out what makes Franklin BBQ brisket so delicious.
Sources Cited in video:
Article: texasmonthly.com/bbq/seasoning-worst-kept-secret-texas-barbecue
Mad Scientist BBQ Videos:
- youtube.com/watch?v=2JvNsg3StXo
- youtube.com/watch?v=HNGLHX5bjBg&t
Buy Franklin BBQ rub here: shop.franklinbbq.com/products/franklin-spice-rubs
_______________
JOIN MY PATREON: patreon.com/smoketrailsbbq
______________
Grill Gun: Get the GRILL GUN here (and use discount code STBBQ on checkout for 10% OFF): grillblazer.com/?ref=STBBQ
MEATER + & MEATER block: jdoqocy.com/click-100151489-13902758
Use code "Smoke Force" for 10% off rubs, sauces and more at pitmasterbbqsupply.com
Dalstrong Knives:
- Valhalla Fillet (viking) Knife: dalstrong.com/products/copy-of-the-valhalla-series-6-5-fillet-knife?ref=Uyvk8IGreALzw
- 14" Slicing Knife: dalstrong.com/products/gladiator-series-14-extra-long-slicer?ref=Uyvk8IGreALzw
BBQ Buying Guide
Oklahoma Joes Fire Basket: amzn.to/3wmSJz9
Cutting board (get a big one with juice channels, trust me): amzn.to/2JesAhj
Cotton and black nitrile gloves (use them both for heat + liquid protection): amzn.to/31Vly7Y amzn.to/31WPIaO
Heavy duty rubber gloves (When you get sick of throwing out all your disposable gloves): amzn.to/37RXEOa
Reynolds Wrap Pitmasters Choice Aluminum Foil (for wrapping): amzn.to/2HMsYDe
Butcher paper (also for wrapping): amzn.to/2HQUgbl
Wood chunks (for the Oklahoma Joe’s, Weber Kettle, WSM etc.): amzn.to/35Kc00x
Wood chips (for electric smokers): amzn.to/2TBG2xL
Pellets (for pellet grills): amzn.to/3mAnk6i
This video contains affiliate links and sponsored content. I earn a small commission to help support my channel when you purchase through these links.

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Mexican Street Corn salad dressing (4 cobs) [Adapted from J. Kenji Lopez Alt]
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 2.25 tbsp mayo
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1/2 tsp sugar
- 1/4 tsp kosher salt
Coleslaw recipe (1.5 cups) [Adapted from Hey Grill Hey]
- 1 cup mayo
- 1/4 cup dijon
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 1 tsp celery seed
- 1/2 tsp salt
Miso glazed grilled cauliflower (1 cauliflower head) [Inspired by LeRoy & Lewis]
- Glaze:
○ 2 tbsp sesame oil
○ 2 tbsp rice wine vinegar
○ 1.5 tbsp sugar
○ 2 tbsp soy sauce
○ 1/4 cup miso paste
○ Heat on stove until smooth
- Method: Chop leaves off cauliflower and parboil 10 minutes to soften. Then dry off, spray with oil and grill until crispy and blackened. Glaze with sauce
Cornbread Recipe (makes one pan)
- 1 cup cornmeal
- 1 cup flour
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp baking soda
- 2 eggs
- 6 tbsp oil
1 cup water
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