Joe Yim is a barbecue enthusiast from Chicago who moved to Texas to hone his craft at storied spots like Terry Black&#39;s, Truth BBQ, and Michelin-starred LeRoy &amp; Lewis. Today, Joe is a barbecue restaurant consultant, and he publishes educational barbecue videos on his YouTube channel, Knox Ave BBQ.

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Trimming a brisket properly is the first step in making a great <a href="ultimate-smoked-bbq-brisket">barbecue brisket</a>. Trimming helps the brisket cook more evenly, producing even bark formation; golden, rendered fat; and juicy meat. The goal for barbecue pros is to produce a smoked brisket that’s cooked in a way that every single slice will satisfy discerning paying customers.So, if you want to serve competition-worthy brisket, start by trimming your brisket like a pro.

How to Trim Brisket Like a Pro