{"id":2769,"date":"2014-04-21T11:45:46","date_gmt":"2014-04-21T16:45:46","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.hillaryproctor.com\/blog\/?p=2769"},"modified":"2017-06-17T20:59:43","modified_gmt":"2017-06-18T01:59:43","slug":"this-weeks-best-bite-pulled-pork-pickles-two-ways-and-moonshine-lillies-q","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/www.hillaryproctor.com\/blog\/2014\/04\/21\/this-weeks-best-bite-pulled-pork-pickles-two-ways-and-moonshine-lillies-q\/","title":{"rendered":"This week’s Best Bite: pulled pork, pickles two ways, and moonshine, Lillie’s Q"},"content":{"rendered":"
\"Fried<\/a>
Pickles two ways: beer-battered with ranch, and marinated in cherry kool-aid<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Why it’s this week’s Best Bite:<\/strong> The stakes were a little higher than usual at this recent meal: I was challenged to prove to a skeptical Memphian that there’s good barbecue to be found in Chicago. With my reputation on the line, I had faith that two restaurants in particular would meet the lofty standards of someone who hails from a BBQ capital: Lillie’s Q and Smoque<\/a> (which will be phase two). After our party secured a window table at Lillie’s, we started with two preparations of pickles. The fried pickles came in substantial beer-battered slices \u2013 they almost looked more like fried oysters \u2013 alongside a thin ranch dipping sauce. While they were a solid snack, what really earned the seal of Southern authenticity was the jar of fiery red kool-aid pickles, sweet from a cherry kool-aid marinade and spicy on the finish. As conversation turned to tales of childhood nostalgia, I knew we were already on the right track. <\/p>\n

\"Pulled<\/a>
Half-pound of pulled pork (pre-sauce) and collard greens with ham hock<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

The real test, of course, was the meat. The half-pound portion of pulled pork was as smoky and perfect on its own as I’d remembered, but I couldn’t resist splashing bites with almost every one of the diverse sauces<\/a> (it also reminded me to replenish my own fridge, where I consistently stock either the Smoky or Carolina retail varieties). My generous side of greens provided a welcome vinegary contrast, and the potent moonshine cocktails were a fitting libation. I’m proud (and relieved) to report that Lillie’s Q passed the test, so my credibility remains intact.<\/p>\n

\"Moonshine,<\/a>
A few variations on moonshine: blueberry, apple pie, and just neat<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

The details:<\/strong> Lillie’s Q<\/a>, 1856 W. North Ave., Chicago.<\/em><\/p>\n

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