What is the Best Way to Butcher and Roast a Whole Animal? - Prime Time

On this week's episode of Prime Time, The Meat Hook butchers Ben and Brent roast a whole lamb over an open flame, just not all at once.
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[@ryannovel8892]

Its been a long time since the last episode. Bring them back Eater

[@gabrielm5724]

This is the only way we barbecue in Brazil, and just like Brent said it, every Sunday we have the family barbecue that lasts hours everyone around the fire, drinking beer and talking while we roast the meat. And you guys did a great job

[@raynmaker]

i just wanna be these guys' neighbour and show up over the fence every time there's meat on the fire like 👀 sup

[@lifeistravel6141]

Haha... So do I

[@Bluemilk92]

@Mashud Ahmed Holy s%&t dude... (>ლ)

[@Bluemilk92]

@Mashud Ahmed Whoa... Hold up, is this is cultural crossfire? Let me ask you, this is a real honest, from the heart question... Why did you say dog? Did it have anything to do with race or culture?

[@otogigamer]

@Mashud Ahmed what's wrong with dog even though it wasn't

[@ryanfink4206]

@Mashud Ahmed why, man

[@lukasg.413]

Head, shoulder, legs and belly, legs and belly...

[@gojoe36]

What no KNEES...no TOES....soup video next

[@michaelkaszynski7658]

You guys are so lucky to have such a great outdoor space in NYC. When I lived there, BBQ meant you were taking a road trip because nobody I knew had a yard. Now that I live in Chicago, I still don't have a yard but almost everyone has a back porch or balcony where you can keep a grill.

[@gohkarfoo]

We need a lot more of Ben and Brent. This series is so awesome. After a 5-year hiatus, it's time for a comeback!

[@gremcilia_immermurin]

This and the Omakase videos are my favorite in this channel.

[@jdcooks5553]

Rimuru It also seems like the only two series they make anymore.

[@kaizerkoala]

Sasuka Rimuru-sama!

[@gremcilia_immermurin]

@@jdcooks5553 I don't mind. The rest of their stuff is boring so I can see why they mostly highlight those two. That one with the Korean dude is pretty good, though.

[@kauerpc]

Best video on Prime Time so far! Of course the shoulder (paleta) is the best part, who wouldn't know? Haha! And the statement about the Brazilian and Argentinian way of doing churrasco (barbecue) being more engaging than simply grilling is so true. Thanks for the content!

[@CC-te5zf]

Off the hook (literally and figuratively). Everything I thought I knew about whole animal Q was decimated by this video, and that's a good thing. You guys are out of control! Love it!

[@Mansoor_ISB]

simply outstanding...... what a great/technical way to explanation about the whole animal perse ... kudos guys.....hats off

[@johnyang2]

I have much respect for these two guys. They are not just reporters. They are good with butchering and cooking as well. Very astute!

[@gunznknives]

I want to know more about the open pit bbq set up. That arm/rack has an adjustment with a pin to control the position and angle. Great job. Fantastic vid. Camera guys were probably reaching out to get a piece of that rib. Nom nom nom

[@GlenAndFriendsCooking]

I guess my invite to the party got lost in the mail? I'm only a 70 minute flight away...

[@weslynkimbler4926]

lol hi

[@1nvisible1]

*That poor dog!*

[@1014p]

A colab would be awesome.

[@wolfelovesjol4evayea]

You two are flippin’ awesome. Really want to try this. Thanks, chaps!

[@bobgruner]

Thank you for this. It was both entertaining and informative.

[@tomkarren2473]

Excellent. I do whole hog cooks with wood fires and have contemplated breaking up the parts. Great job looked amazing.

[@2darkdragon]

each new vid with this duo is always a christmas present

[@paddymurphy4791]

I actually think you guys are one of the best thing on you tube ...love your videos 👍👍👍👍

[@tungadilla]

great vid guys, do more of these that have to do with actual butchering and meat stuff. shows ur knowledge well.

[@goodmythicalmukbang3757]

That intro made me wait for a skip button.

[@youngdontai5389]

Enrico Ramos same 😂

[@brendakrieger7000]

Lol, me too😂

[@jorgejaramillomx]

Was looking for this comment.

[@jet8499]

Same

[@all4ourking1]

Mission accomplished

[@spec74]

I just watched this while eating dinner. Still made my mouth water.

[@j.h.9587]

Super enjoyable video guys! I think a lot of your subscribers would also appreciatte breakdown/butcher of pork and beef

[@simonvanniekerk5763]

Why can’t I stop watching your videos..

[@MrThizult]

Best video so far guys. Keep up the amazing work

[@olivianeugeboren602]

I go to 2 lamb roasts a year, and they do they whole thing on a spit for 8 hours and it’s pretty incredible. If this is better, I need to try it

[@iquazodra8264]

best food channel that i always watch on youtube

[@michaelcoviello5567]

always a great show with great information

[@Dizzyflip]

Brent breaking down whole lamb, cooking AND eating it, while keeping his white tee pristine? Ben in shorts? Thursday just got awesome!

[@BarbecueTricks]

This is a GREAT breakdown on lamb... would love to hear suggested final done internal meat temperatures for “pulled shoulder” like they how in the end

[@normallyChallenged]

Guys, can you do an episode on goat? Personally I find that goat meat is more flavorful compared to lamb, and there aren't many videos about cooking goat, especially in the US

[@poweredbygarri1]

Its the same animal. Different ages

[@amauryderesseguier2958]

@@poweredbygarri1 no its not? Lamb is sheep and goat is well... goat

[@yourdadsotherfamily3530]

I prefer goat too I would love for them to do a video on that as well. You’d be surprised here in Texas/Mexico it’s a huge tradition to do whole goats marinated in chili’s (ie:Arbol, Guajillos, cascavels etc) seasonings then make a charcoal bed and bury the whole marinated goat wrapped in a bunch of banana leaves then bury it onto of the coals dig it up and get what’s yours. It’s so popular here that people have charcoal pits homemade or made industrially specifically for this or making lechon seemingly lol

[@404killer]

@@poweredbygarri1 .....?

[@poweredbygarri1]

You understand that lamb is an age group just like capon. Younger meats and poultry are more tender. Hence the classifications. Sounds like you never had goat😂😂😂. Cuisine change regionally. A young goat or lamb is very tender meat. Just letting you know.

[@terrabus1]

I'm a huge fan of Georgy Kavkaz's channel. He has English subtitles but his videos are almost entirely about him roasting a lamb outside in this manner only whole. Ben & Brent's video was awesome, sure, but there's something about Georgy's videos that I think are worth watching.

[@keeganharricharan]

His kids would eat that whole lamb by themselves. Lol

[@CrocoduckRex]

I love this duo so much

[@markymark3340]

Fabulous boys , great informative video

[@gavinbrewes863]

“Dad vibes” love it

[@graysongregory9585]

Would love to see a video about the beef flyshaker/elephant ear. It's not a muscle that I know much about but seems unique. Y'all keep these great videos coming!

[@zachrowe1511]

A corolla commercial played before your own corolla commercial. Toyota must not have remembered that you already have a deal with them

[@aprilgabrielrodriguez7158]

Y'all are awesomeness wrapped in butcher twine keep up the awesome content and tips as well as everything else you guys do best 💖😆

[@theduane1562]

Every time I see the new intros I think I’m seeing another KZbin ad but then I see their smiling faces and all is well.

[@clifflee5404]

You got heavily influenced by the Japanese yakitori guy lol.

[@painedizzle7375]

And here I go at 12:30 at night with the hungry horrors because of another badass video from you guys. I'd love to have a small butcher near by like you guy's. Definitely would kick summer up a few notches with the grilling selection

[@FLNative82]

Great videos, guys. Keep it up.

[@gerardotelese5337]

since they turned down the "kul dude" factor, i really started to love the videos of those 2!! keep it up!!

[@JavedMohamed]

These videos are the only reason I’m subscribed to this channel

[@DSki-wh5hc]

This is in my mind what educational tutorials should be.

[@Montagemock]

I bet the entire neighborhood went crazy from the smell of them cooking the lamb all day. I bet that smelt heavenly.

[@alexandercoales6300]

That’s amazing! Where did you guys get your firewood grill space from?

[@inocenciotensygarcia1012]

Thank you for teaching us what you know best.

[@scandinavianserialki]

Hey you guys are awesome! Nice meeting you at Lil Deb's the other week, Brent.

[@johnjpa808]

You guys did a great job it looks great!

[@spgoonsquadbizair]

The shoulder was cooked but the legs were still running 🤤 still made me starving.

[@wastelandrebel]

Ben and Brent, thanks for making such a great show. What wood are you using?

[@crashbot01]

You inspire me! Thank you

[@matthewstic2]

Yes! More Ben and Brent!!!

[@Automagician]

Please take us through the setup of that grill!

[@aoki6643]

As a Brazillian that loves you guys's videos, i *wish* we did that every sunday, i've only seen that type of barbeque once and it was way down south of the country

[@andrewcooper7256]

Fellow Brazillian here, I'm gonna be in the southernmost state pretty soon and I am gonna be eating tons of churrasco. Yea, Gaucho territory is the best region in all of Brazil.

[@Masterfighterx]

Could you make a video on where the glands are, and how to identify them?

[@jamesdavis8771]

Why didnt you guys call me to come eat?😟......😂Looks GREAT!!!🤤

[@TriniCookingwithNatasha]

Great demo I really enjoyed this.

[@stanirelandbig]

those lamb chops bring back memories of breakfast in the outback , I had 6 smaller ones , I needed the protein , also butchered 10 lambs a month, so 70 lambs gave their tasty lives , to yummy food

[@warpedoutside]

I swear, one of these days I’m gonna finally make a trip down there to get some of your premium meats.

[@naftalithaithi4812]

Lawd! This isn't a video you watch in the morning. I don't know how i'll make it through the day.

[@mikenguyen3107]

My mouth is watering!!

[@jack-wilder]

Well done! Looks perfectly cooked!

[@toddstropicals]

I could never complain about eating lamb.

[@CHEVYCAMARO4GEN]

I’m going to sue this guys for making me starved for entertainment

[@protocolofficer2629]

Get in line! 🤪

[@ashwinshrestha7943]

Saying, ‘Butcher way’ awesome 👏

[@shreyhours]

I drooled throughout

[@andrehuisamen6589]

You did everything perfect, but then you missed the part where you take the marrow bones, put them back on the grid over the heat...crack them open with the back of the cleaver knife and the rest is history!

[@jkaplan215]

Where did you get your open fire grill? What’s it called and how do I buy/make one? Love the show.

[@stugurr09]

Jason Kaplan same here, is it custom built or can it be purchased.

[@JoseAguilar-rv7dr]

I can make that same grill

[@maknifeandrods7701]

outstanding. I wish I could have been there to taste every part of the animal.

[@dwaynewladyka577]

Roast lamb is so good. Nice job there. Cheers!

[@jslodes]

I want to know more about the fire setup. Custom built?

[@pvtnewb]

Shang Tsung: "Your lamb is mine!"

[@stephengould932]

PLEASE! Who made the firebox and accessories?

[@Andrew.Drennan]

yo @eater can we revive this series. I like these guys.

[@bobertogonzalez2827]

What seasonings did you add to the meat?

[@adf8664]

Great video!

[@quorumlab]

I should be around these guys for leftovers... mouth watering video

[@Kevan808]

Rockin the Magnum P.I. shorts and stash 😎

[@IWantYourNachos]

Amazing love your videos

[@theopinion9452]

Head,shoulders,knees and toes..knees and toes!🎼🎵🎶

[@NikkLiberos]

Yeah!!!! Lamb chops!!! Super traditional Spanish barbeque cut of meat (and I miss it because it is hard to see lamb chops like that over here)

[@1Travis]

At work ive been trained to take out the glands around the shoulder piece. is that something you guys worry about because it might make it to "gamey"?

[@icaropresley]

We have The churrasco, it's amazing, because of the price we dont do the hole animal often, focusing on alcatra and picanha (the best cuts) or other cheaper cuts, also chicken wings/legs and sausages, in my region, goat meat isnt common. Love from Brazil

[@brycewalburn3926]

I can't wait to put a whole lamb in the trunk of my Corolla and give this a try!

[@seniorspike]

You guys should try cabrito (baby goat), in North Mexico it is roasted in several ways. It is a delicacy.

[@mennytourist]

Where can I get a roasting station like the setup you guys have??

[@willchang6884]

what did you do with the belly that you cut off the loin section?

[@DrivingWithJake]

Yum, I need this right now.

[@jl8138]

You had me at "dad vibes".

[@bobbychase5616]

thank you . looks delicious

[@williamkwan6913]

Where can one buy a fire set up like the one you're using?

[@leroygutierrez3948]

Love the Lockhart cap 🧢!!

[@ColinMakesAllTheThings]

yea i need to build a fire table like that!

[@plazmodi]

Hi guys, i'm from Bulgaria, here we make cheverme this is like your dish but there is one major difference is we roast whole lamb on wooden rod. You should try this, i think you should by try.

[@lopezcarlton]

awesome! but what did you do with the belly?

[@ehTRUONG]

I know this is mostly a technique cookout but where's the sauce at? What's your favorite dip/sauces for lamb?

[@hurguler]

You guys are figuring this out slowly but surely.

[@migaelbrand7324]

In South Africa we tend to enjoy the loin chops the most i.m.o.

[@TheLostInStereo182]

I live in a farm in south Argentina. We work with pasture feed sheep so yes, a whole lamb or 'cordero al palo' is tradition, but we also butcher the lamb if we want a different lunch hahah there are too many options