Texas-style grilled beef ribs in Tet gift boxes

Slow-smoked for 12 hours over oak wood, Texas beef ribs offer a unique Tet gift, blending international flavor with the Vietnamese spirit of togetherness.

Among this year's Tet gift suggestions is a 12-hour grilled beef rib, prepared using traditional Smoke BBQ techniques from Texas, My. This dish stands apart from typical grilled meats due to its "low & slow" method: cooking at low temperatures for an extended period using the heat of smoke. In Vietnam, CTQ Texas BBQ is among the first to apply this technique, aiming to faithfully recreate the authentic spirit of American regional cuisine.

Food gift set from CTQ Texas BBQ. Photo: CTQ Texas BBQ

Food gift set from CTQ Texas BBQ. Photo: CTQ Texas BBQ

The main ingredient for this gift is AAA beef ribs imported from the Americas. These are selected based on weight, freshness, and standard marbling to ensure juiciness. The preparation process demands meticulous attention: the ribs are seasoned with a characteristic dry rub, then continuously smoked for half a day using white oak wood. Under stable temperatures, the ribs develop a dark, naturally smoky crust, while the meat inside becomes so tender it easily separates from the bone without force.

The 12-hour beef rib, with its authentic Texas flavor, recreated by a CTQ Texas BBQ chef. Photo: CTQ Texas BBQ

The 12-hour beef rib, with its authentic Texas flavor, recreated by a CTQ Texas BBQ chef. Photo: CTQ Texas BBQ

According to food experts, the appeal of slow-cooked beef ribs extends beyond their nutritional value or luxury; it lies in their adaptability to Vietnamese Tet feasts. "Despite its distinct Western influence, when arranged alongside familiar vegetables like mushrooms, asparagus, or roasted garlic, this dish creates an interesting balance of flavors. The presence of a large rib roast on a reunion table is not just a visual highlight; it also sparks conversations about cooking techniques," said a representative from CTQ Texas BBQ.