How does everyone reheat their leftover BBQ

vickibMember

Hey everyone, this is a question based on something I just experienced.

I made some great baby backs a few days ago (with some great rubs I got in my exchange, thanks again Rich). Well, I reheated a few leftovers in my microwave yesterday for lunch and again today. They were even better then they were right off the smoker.

So, my question is how does everyone heat up their Q and have you noticed that a microwave can make it even better the next day?

5/14/1210:42 AM

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padrefan98Member

Some things are just better the next day. eg. Spaghetti, Meatloaf, Cold fried chicken, Pizza...to name a few. I use the microwave for the ribs too. Sizzling hot and they usually are just a bit better.

5/14/1211:40 AM

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Former Member

Me?

I use "reheat" setting on microwaves a lot. Many people use the high setting and it cooks them.

But ribs is something I never eat leftover. Just don't like them at all (and I think I know what I'm doing).

A gentle reheat. Oven works well with a little moisture. One a grill firms them up a bit. Lots of options.

5/14/1211:51 AM

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padrefan98Member

I think if I was serving them to someone I would consider heating them up on the grill or in the oven. But for me, in a hurry, at work, the microwave is the only option.

5/14/1212:51 PM

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bigdjerseyMember

How long and at what level do you microwave the previously cooked ribs?

5/14/121:03 PM

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vickibMember

I reheated 5 Baby Backs for two minutes. The other day I did 2 for one minute. They were even moister than the day I made them and I didn't even add sauce or anything.

Smokin does that mean you never have any left over because they are so good they all go, or everyone else in your house eat the leftovers.

5/14/121:30 PM

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Former Member

70% or 80% for a min, or two. Duration really depends on size; if they are single ribs or racks, etc.

5/14/121:36 PM

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cal 2Member

quote:
Originally posted by Vicki:
The other day I did 2 for one minute. They were even moister than the day I made them and I didn't even add sauce or anything.

While I'm not the rib expert Smokin' is, could be you aren't rendering enough fat from your ribs when your smoking them?

5/14/122:29 PM

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smokinmaineiacMember

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Originally posted by SmokinOkie:
Me?

I use "reheat" setting on microwaves a lot. Many people use the high setting and it cooks them.

But ribs is something I never eat leftover. Just don't like them at all (and I think I know what I'm doing).

A gentle reheat. Oven works well with a little moisture. One a grill firms them up a bit. Lots of options.

I know what you mean about reheated ribs. We eat 'em cause we were brought up not to waste food, but it is not the most pleasurable meal for sure.

5/14/122:43 PM

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vickibMember

Cal, that is exactally what I thought, that is why I did my baby back ribs (pretty meaty this time) for 4 hours and they were very juicy. I am gonna try 4.5 next time depending on the weight.

5/14/124:24 PM

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lcubedMember

we usually vac bag our leftover ribs and heat the whole package in gently simmering water.

works great

5/16/127:05 PM

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vickibMember

Icubed - what a great idea. I never thought about that. I think.I am gonna try that next time. Thanks!

5/16/127:48 PM

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smokinmaineiacMember

That's a great idea. I'm gonna try it too, next time I have leftover ribs.

5/17/126:59 AM

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mrt 2Where there's smoke, there's beer.

Steaming leftovers that are in zip or vacuum bags also works very well and usually takes less time. When reheating smaller amounts, a rice cooker/steamer can be used. When using the boiling water method to reheat, the use of a rack on the bottom of the pot will help keep the bags from sticking and tearing.

5/17/128:42 AM

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