Celebrate National Charcoal Day

10 National Charcoal Day Recipes

Fire it up—it's National Charcoal Day! There's no better way to celebrate than with a lineup of bold, smoky recipes that show off the full potential of your Kamado Joe. From low-and-slow classics to high-heat flavor bombs, these dishes highlight the versatility of cooking with natural lump charcoal. These recipes bring the heat and the flavor that only charcoal can deliver.

Charred Pico Hotdogs

Grill up a delicious and flavorful hot dog with a fresh topping of pico de gallo, roasted corn, and grilled onions.
Skill: Beginner:
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Good Fortune Chicken Skewers

Fire up the grill and bring some good fortune to the table with these Good Fortune Chicken Skewers.
Skill: Intermediate:
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Steak and Pretzel Bun Sandwich

Bringing together ribeye, caramelized onions, and horseradish aioli on soft pretzel slider buns. Simple, flavorful and easy to share.
Cook Time:0 - 30 min
Skill: Advanced:
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Party-Perfect Baby Back Ribs

Perfect for those moments when you're short on time but still want to impress your guests, this recipe uses a hot-and-fast cooking method that doesn't skimp on flavor or texture.
Skill: Advanced:
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St. Louis Ribs for Beginners

St. Louis ribs are a true barbecue classic, loved for their rich, meaty flavor and perfect balance of tenderness and bite.
Cook Time:1 - 2 hours
Skill: Beginner:
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3-2-1 Ribs Recipe

Get ready to enjoy fall-off-the-bone smoked pork ribs that are packed with flavor and melt-in-your-mouth tenderness.
Cook Time:5 - 6 hours
Skill: Intermediate:
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Smoked Pork Belly - Backyard BBQ

Indulge in the ultimate smoked pork belly experience with this savory, melt-in-your-mouth recipe.
Cook Time:6+ hours
Skill: Advanced:
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Big Joe Backyard BBQ Texas Style Brisket

Get ready to experience authentic Texas BBQ with this Big Joe Backyard brisket recipe, where simplicity meets perfection.
Cook Time:6+ hours
Skill: Intermediate:
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JoeTisserie Chicken Wings

Marinated overnight for maximum flavor and spun to perfection on the JoeTisserie, these wings are smoky and succulent.
Cook Time:1 - 2 hours
Skill: Intermediate:
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Grilled Asparagus with Charred Lemon Butter Sauce

Bold saucy sides are always in season! Fire this one up with the main protein is resting and bring everything to the table together at the optimum time.
Cook Time:0 - 30 min
Skill: Intermediate:
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