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What Is Bark? The Science Behind That Perfect BBQ Crust

May 7, 2026

What Is Bark? The Science Behind That Perfect BBQ Crust

Bark is not burnt meat — it is a complex crust formed by chemistry. The science of how it forms and 6 ways to get better bark every cook.

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