Behind the Scenes of Texas BBQ in Camrose

The Stall BBQ's 500 Gallon Offset Smoker "Caroline"

Behind the Scenes of Texas BBQ in Camrose: How We Smoke Brisket the Stall BBQ Way

At The Stall BBQ, we believe barbecue isn’t just food — it’s tradition, patience, and a little bit of smoke and fire magic. If you’ve ever wondered how authentic Texas-style BBQ makes its way to Camrose, Alberta, this post gives you a peek behind the scenes of how we prepare our brisket.

The Heart of BBQ: The Brisket

Brisket is known as the king of Texas BBQ. It takes the right balance of seasoning, smoke, and time to turn a tough cut of beef into melt-in-your-mouth barbecue. At The Stall BBQ, we start with locally sourced Alberta beef briskets — known for their marbling and quality.

Simple, Honest Seasoning

Authentic BBQ doesn’t need complicated rubs. We keep it true to Texas tradition: just coarse salt and cracked black pepper. This lets the natural beef flavor shine through the long smoking process.

The Wood & Smoke

We use a blend of hardwoods to get that balanced flavor — smoky, but never overpowering. It’s about creating a steady, consistent burn that allows the brisket to soak in hours of smoke.

Low & Slow Cooking

Each brisket spends up to 12–16 hours in our 500 gal custom built offset smoker. That “stall” moment (where the temperature stops rising for a few hours) is where patience pays off. It’s also where our name — The Stall BBQ — comes from.

Ready to Serve

When it’s finally ready, brisket gets sliced thick across the grain so every piece is juicy, tender, and packed with flavor. Add a side of cornbread, Caesar salad, or beans, and you’ve got the full Stall BBQ experience.

Next time you’re in Camrose, stop by The Stall BBQ and taste the tradition for yourself. Whether it’s brisket, ribs, sausage, or pulled pork, we’re here to bring true Texas BBQ to Alberta.

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