Hey all,
I'll start by saying I'm new to the site, and am totally plan on posting in the introduction thread. I've already heard Meathead and the lot of you warn about ribs and meats that are presalted. I now see why.
I've been smoking CostCo ribs for the longest time now with very good success (or as much success as you can with an electric smoker haha). We recently had a small ALDI open up, at a super convenient location on my way home from work. As I was perusing the aisles, I noticed they had babyback cryovac'd ribs for around $8.50. it was labeled with "American Farmed" and "Never Frozen". Naturally, I got excited, and jumped on the purchase. Of course, the ingredients were overlooked and I started smoking them. the salt on the ingredients list popped out to me only after they had already been in the smoker for a bit, so I just figured that we'll find out the difference.
It was noticeable.
Now i'll say they came out tender like my CostCo ribs, and had a nice bark, great color. I know I cooked them correct because of that. the one word that would fit the description of the only flavor that was taste-able: Ham. It overshadowed the smoke, the rub, everything. it tasted like prepacked sliced deli ham. I can honestly say that its the strangest rib taste I've ever had, and will probably be the last time i pick up that ingredient at ALDI.
Anyone else have a similar experience?
I'll start by saying I'm new to the site, and am totally plan on posting in the introduction thread. I've already heard Meathead and the lot of you warn about ribs and meats that are presalted. I now see why.
I've been smoking CostCo ribs for the longest time now with very good success (or as much success as you can with an electric smoker haha). We recently had a small ALDI open up, at a super convenient location on my way home from work. As I was perusing the aisles, I noticed they had babyback cryovac'd ribs for around $8.50. it was labeled with "American Farmed" and "Never Frozen". Naturally, I got excited, and jumped on the purchase. Of course, the ingredients were overlooked and I started smoking them. the salt on the ingredients list popped out to me only after they had already been in the smoker for a bit, so I just figured that we'll find out the difference.
It was noticeable.
Now i'll say they came out tender like my CostCo ribs, and had a nice bark, great color. I know I cooked them correct because of that. the one word that would fit the description of the only flavor that was taste-able: Ham. It overshadowed the smoke, the rub, everything. it tasted like prepacked sliced deli ham. I can honestly say that its the strangest rib taste I've ever had, and will probably be the last time i pick up that ingredient at ALDI.
Anyone else have a similar experience?
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