Let's trim the fat in sammies

Gore · 08-23-2013, 11:50 AM

I know this topic has been mentioned before, and there are a lot of fat lovers out there who like all the flabby bits on their brisket. However, I just want to add that many people do not appreciate these surprises and those who own restaurants and preparing food might consider this. On many occasions, I've run into an unpleasant fatbomb in a sammie, but I mention this because I recently had a chance to visit one of my favorite BBQ joints. They make the best Ruben I've ever had:

and some darn nice sides:

Unfortunately, when my wife took a bite of her Ruben, she got a big chunk of fat and ended up spitting it out. She said the previous sandwich she'd gotten also had a lot of fatty bits in it and she had to open it up and trim it before eating, so it is just the way it's done there. Unfortunately, on our way back in the area, just the thought of going back made her gag and we had to drive on by

-- I should add that my wife is not a novice to BBQ or food.

Smokeat · 08-23-2013, 12:04 PM

Tell your wife to get with the program! Embrace the fat. That sandwich looks great, it looks like squash blossoms instead of sauerkraut!

landarc · 08-23-2013, 12:04 PM

I was going to ask, who are you and what did you do with the real Gore?

I agree, sandwiches need to be properly prepared, and I don't like large fat globs in my sanwiches either. I prefer then chopped up and fried into cracklins first.

deguerre · 08-23-2013, 12:13 PM

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Originally Posted by Gore

-- I should add that my wife is not a novice to BBQ...

Well, that certainly used to be true, but it's been so long now...

cameraman · 08-23-2013, 12:28 PM

NYC delis offer to trim pastrami and corned beef for a leaner sandwich. Never hurts to ask.

fingerlickin' · 08-23-2013, 12:37 PM

Are you calling us fat?

Terry The Toad · 08-23-2013, 12:40 PM

Pardon my ignorance... but what are the things between the rib pic and the onion ring pic?

Garrett · 08-23-2013, 12:42 PM

Fat's where it's at!!

Dauvis · 08-23-2013, 12:51 PM

How do you know the name of one of my cats? Granted she's put on some weight since she decided to become an indoor cat but I wouldn't call her fat...

Oh...

Yeah, I have to agree. Those surprises are nasty. However, I can understand how it happens especially when I am making something that uses a chuck roast. I try to be careful but sometimes I get a surprise in my vegetable soup and beef and noodles.

Al Czervik · 08-23-2013, 12:54 PM

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Originally Posted by fingerlickin'

Are you calling us fat?

I think he was Jason... Maybe he's trying to get back at you for calling him fat.

In any case, I know what you are saying here Gore. Nothing worse than biting into that unseen gooey glob.

Another pet peeve is biting into a Reuben with meat so tough it pulls out of the sammie before biting through.

Gore · 08-23-2013, 12:58 PM

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Originally Posted by landarc

I was going to ask, who are you and what did you do with the real Gore?

I agree, sandwiches need to be properly prepared, and I don't like large fat globs in my sanwiches either. I prefer then chopped up and fried into cracklins first.

Yes! I know many on this forum love fat, but if you don't, it can really be a turn off to take a bite of sandwich and discover you've got a half-inch blob of blubber in your mouth. I know people who don't like BBQ simply because they have gotten these surprises. It seems like good business sense would suggest not alienating the customer base. If you've got a good product (like what is pictured above), you simply don't need large blobs of fat, even if you like them. Of course, the entrepreneur should jump at this and start marketing a new condiment for fat lovers to go with the mustard and relish.

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Originally Posted by deguerre

Well, that certainly used to be true, but it's been so long now...

Come to think of it, you might be right.

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Originally Posted by cameraman

NYC delis offer to trim pastrami and corned beef for a leaner sandwich. Never hurts to ask.

This is an excellent idea, and if I can talk my wife into going back, I will definitely ask for the sammie well-trimmed.

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Originally Posted by fingerlickin'

Are you calling us fat?

Why, ... yes, as a matter of fact, I am. How did you see through this clever ruse?

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Originally Posted by Terry The Toad

Pardon my ignorance... but what are the things between the rib pic and the onion ring pic?

Those are hush puppies. These were made with jalapenos. I prefer the sweeter variety, but these were exceptional.

Bludawg · 08-23-2013, 01:45 PM

I guess Jack Spratt must be you BIL

IMO lean meat is tasteless meat,I serve it fat on those who enjoy it should not have to go with out.

If you want it trimmed make it known when you place your order if you don't speak up then remove it yourself.

08-23-2013, 11:50 AM	#1
Gore Phizzy Join Date: 10-05-08 Location: Hiding out from blood suck ghost snake gods, Nazis and scrap iron chefs trying to harvest body parts Name/Nickname : Gore (surprise!)	Let's trim the fat in sammies I know this topic has been mentioned before, and there are a lot of fat lovers out there who like all the flabby bits on their brisket. However, I just want to add that many people do not appreciate these surprises and those who own restaurants and preparing food might consider this. On many occasions, I've run into an unpleasant fatbomb in a sammie, but I mention this because I recently had a chance to visit one of my favorite BBQ joints. They make the best Ruben I've ever had: and some darn nice sides: Unfortunately, when my wife took a bite of her Ruben, she got a big chunk of fat and ended up spitting it out. She said the previous sandwich she'd gotten also had a lot of fatty bits in it and she had to open it up and trim it before eating, so it is just the way it's done there. Unfortunately, on our way back in the area, just the thought of going back made her gag and we had to drive on by -- I should add that my wife is not a novice to BBQ or food. __________________ Assistant to a Mad BBQ Scientist (and a squirrel): Primo Oval XL, Small Offset, Gasser, Optigrill, UBS "I love everything about the pig, even the way she walks." -- Spanish proverb (\__/) (='.'=) This is the rabbit baby. Invests him in yours signature, (")_(") and the help rabbit baby takes over control of the world! Hmmmm, I wonder, WWGALD? Avatar courtesy of Grillman and NorthwestBBQ Promoted by Bigabyte to "Idiot #1" , and dubbed "Phizzy" by Sir Ron.

08-23-2013, 12:04 PM	#3
landarc somebody shut me the fark up. Join Date: 06-26-09 Location: sAn leAnDRo, CA	I was going to ask, who are you and what did you do with the real Gore? I agree, sandwiches need to be properly prepared, and I don't like large fat globs in my sanwiches either. I prefer then chopped up and fried into cracklins first. __________________ [COLOR=DarkGreen][COLOR=DarkRed][SIZE=1]me: I don't drink anymore Yelonutz: me either, but, then again, I don't drink any less [/SIZE][/COLOR][/COLOR][SIZE=1][COLOR=DarkRed] [COLOR=Pink]SSS[/COLOR] [/COLOR][/SIZE]

08-23-2013, 12:28 PM	#5
cameraman Babbling Farker Join Date: 08-30-09 Location: Nashville, TN	NYC delis offer to trim pastrami and corned beef for a leaner sandwich. Never hurts to ask. __________________ [COLOR=RoyalBlue][SIZE=3]Dave [/SIZE][/COLOR] [COLOR=Gray]22.5 WSM 22.5 OTS Weber kettle Smokey Joe (RIP) a dorky little headlamp[/COLOR]

08-23-2013, 12:37 PM	#6
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08-23-2013, 12:40 PM	#7
Terry The Toad is one Smokin' Farker Join Date: 08-16-11 Location: Saint Cloud, FL	Pardon my ignorance... but what are the things between the rib pic and the onion ring pic? __________________ Lang 48 Original Superfast [COLOR=red]RED[/COLOR] ThermaPen "I love animals. I just love to eat them more. Fun to pet; better to chew." - Jim Gaffigan

08-23-2013, 12:04 PM	#2
Smokeat is one Smokin' Farker Join Date: 01-01-09 Location: IE California	Tell your wife to get with the program! Embrace the fat. That sandwich looks great, it looks like squash blossoms instead of sauerkraut!

08-23-2013, 12:42 PM	#8
Garrett Babbling Farker Join Date: 10-03-12 Location: Gastonia North Carolina	Fat's where it's at!! __________________ My arsenal, Stumps Clone, Two Modified offsets, open pit with grate and rotisserie,UDS, Weber One Touch Silver 18.5" kettle, Chargriller Pellet Grill, 36" Blackstone Griddle

08-23-2013, 12:51 PM	#9
Dauvis is One Chatty Farker Join Date: 06-26-13 Location: MOORESVILLE IN	How do you know the name of one of my cats? Granted she's put on some weight since she decided to become an indoor cat but I wouldn't call her fat... Oh... Yeah, I have to agree. Those surprises are nasty. However, I can understand how it happens especially when I am making something that uses a chuck roast. I try to be careful but sometimes I get a surprise in my vegetable soup and beef and noodles. __________________ Master Forge Vertical Smoker, Pit Barrel Cooker, Weber OTS 22.5

08-23-2013, 01:45 PM	#12
Bludawg somebody shut me the fark up. Join Date: 07-04-09 Location: Jonesboro,Tx	I guess Jack Spratt must be you BIL IMO lean meat is tasteless meat,I serve it fat on those who enjoy it should not have to go with out. If you want it trimmed make it known when you place your order if you don't speak up then remove it yourself. __________________ I'm a Proxy Vegetarian> Cows eat grass & I eat cows.