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Project Fire (Season 2)

13 episodes 82%4KCC

Fire, smoke, and bold technique redefine what grilling can become.

Steven Raichlen explores how grilling is evolving, from eco-friendly seafood and next-generation tools to meals built for the whole day around live fire. Across Season 2, you will discover inventive methods, wood-smoke flavor, and fresh ideas that turn familiar barbecue into something smarter and more rewarding. This is the kind of practical inspiration that makes signing up feel worthwhile.

Episode guide

13 episodes
1
1Grilling with Wood
Explore how different woods like oak, cherry and mesquite can transform food on the grill. From tender meats to smoky sides, Steven shows how wood choice adds depth, character and complexity to open-fire cooking, unlocking a new layer of flavor in every bite.
24 min
2
2Brisket 24/7
Master the magic of brisket with recipes for every meal of the day. From brisket breakfast tacos to smoked chili and sandwiches, Steven reveals the secrets of low and slow cooking that make this cut a barbecue favorite across regions and generations.
24 min
3
3Gulf Coast Grill
Savor bold coastal flavors with recipes inspired by the Gulf. Steven grills oysters, shrimp and redfish while showing how local ingredients, spices and smoke define the cuisine of the Southern coast and celebrate its seafood traditions.
24 min
4
4Green Meets Grill
Healthy meets hearty when the grill is fired up for vegetables, tofu and meatless burgers. Steven explores plant-forward recipes that bring robust flavor and smoky texture to fresh ingredients while proving live-fire grilling isn’t just for meat.
24 min
5
5Secret Steaks
Discover flavorful alternatives to the standard steakhouse fare. From hanger steak to tri-tip and Denver steak, Steven explores underrated cuts and grilling techniques that make these affordable, lesser-known steaks shine with bold taste and tenderness.
24 min
6
6Primal Grilling
Steven goes back to basics with primal cooking methods that focus on meat, fire and instinct. From caveman-style steaks to lamb on a spit, this episode celebrates bold cuts, simple tools and the timeless thrill of live-fire grilling in its rawest form.
24 min
7
7Tex Meets Mex
Texas barbecue meets Mexican street food in this flavor-packed fusion episode. Steven grills mesquite fajitas, barbacoa tacos and elote while highlighting how smoke, spice and culture come together in the borderlands of grilling tradition.
24 min
8
8The Best BBQ You've Never Heard Of
Steven explores little-known barbecue cultures from around the world. From South African braai and Australian shrimp to Korean BBQ, this episode proves that amazing flavors and unique fire-cooking traditions thrive far beyond familiar borders.
24 min
9
9Florida Tailgate Party
Tailgating gets a Florida twist with bold flavors and creative grilling. Steven serves fire-water wings, pork shooters and brisket burgers while showcasing regional flair and recipes that are designed to impress crowds before the big game or party.
24 min
10
10Shoulder On
It’s all about pork shoulder—smoked, pulled, sauced and grilled. Steven breaks down the best ways to cook this flavorful cut for tacos, sandwiches and roasts, showing why it’s a barbecue essential in kitchens from Carolina to California.
24 min
11
11Chino-Latino
East meets Latin in this flavor-packed episode of fusion cuisine. From Chino-Cuban ribs and grilled plantains to spicy shrimp, Steven explores the bold spices, techniques and cultural combinations that define Chino-Latino grilling traditions.
24 min
12
12Miami Spice
Celebrate Miami’s eclectic food scene with Cuban-style pork, smoky grilled seafood and sweet plantains. Steven explores the city’s vibrant fusion of Caribbean, Latin and coastal flavors—all fired up on the grill under the tropical sun.
24 min
13
13Raichlen's Rules: Steak
Steven shares his ultimate guide to grilling the perfect steak. From ribeyes to T-bones and flank, he explores seasoning, timing and searing techniques that elevate every cut and help viewers master steak on any grill.
24 min
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