Rib membrane for arthritic hands

Little Steven · November 2008

Now that the cooler weather is kicking in my hands are aching and it is difficult to exert a lot of pressure with my fingers. I did ribs on the weekend and the babybacks were ok but the membrane on the spares was tough. I forgot about buying these a few years ago and what a difference they make. Slide the closed plier under the membrane to make a spot to get a finger in and use the plier to get a good grip on the ones that rip.

Steve

Chef in the Making · November 2008

That is a great idea and ill ave to give it a try.

FlaPoolman · November 2008

I know the feeling. It's hell getting old isn't it :unsure:

Celtic Wolf · November 2008

Grabbing the membrane with a paper towel works too..

fishlessman · November 2008

someone here lifts the membrane on the center rib only, then pulls both side from the middle where you can get your hand around it, maybe azrp?

Buckdodger · November 2008

Good idea Steven...I have a hard time holding onto things, can't even make a fist anymore. No pain tho thank goodness.
Bob
Alex City, Al

Little Steven · November 2008

fishlessman,

I do it that way too if I can get through top to bottom without ripping it. That's when I run into trouble.

Steve

Little Steven · November 2008

CW,

I've broken both thumbs and several fingers and just can't get enough pressure at this time of year.

Steve

Little Steven · November 2008

Pat,

To quote Bette Davis "it ain't for sissies"

Steve

mikeb6109 · November 2008

good idea!! anything that helps out an old man like yourself should be good!! :laugh:

Celtic Wolf · November 2008

That's my point. The paper grips the membrane and I just pull. No pressure at all. Hundreds of old fat (me included) BBQ champions can't be all wrong HAHAHAHA

WHERE IS MY LA BOMBA?? !@#$%^&*()

Little Steven · November 2008

Now remember Santa!!! You will be eatig sticky sushi forever.

[Deleted User] · November 2008

That looks great! My problem is MS not arthritis, and the biggest problem I have is using my fingers. gripping membrane,opening ziplocks, turning pages in a book, buttoning my shirt,......

Little Steven · November 2008

I meant even with the towel. You out already? Oh I guess it helps keep you warm on the cool parking lot nights.

Steve

Little Steven · November 2008

Flashback Bob,

Sorry, I didn't know. My fil has progressive and it is one nasty affliction.

Steve

mikeb6109 · November 2008

oh yeah.....wow what a great solution for those with arthritis!!

is that better??

Celtic Wolf · November 2008

Yes it does...

I have a couple stove top Italian type dishes I make that that stuff kicked up a couple hundred notches.

I may have to convert the recipes to the egg. Now that I am homeless and all I don't have a stove top :woohoo:

Ross in Ventura · November 2008

Steve,

Thats a great idea! Thank God it doesn't get that cold in Ventura.

Ross

AZRP · November 2008

Like this. -RP

Celtic Wolf · November 2008

If that tile on your counter still available and where did you get it?

AZRP · November 2008

Don't remember where I got it but it is tile and I absolutely hate it. -RP

Celtic Wolf · November 2008

Let me guess Kim likes it a lot :woohoo:

My trailer has to NSF. The outdoor kitchen doesn't, so I was thinking of tiling the counter and I don't have enough BGE Tiles....

TulsaMurph · November 2008

I have seen some ribs with a membrane like you have in your pictures, but some have such a thin, hard to remove membrane, it just seems to tear into a million pieces and it is hard to tell if you really gained anything by trying to remove it. I have only cooked ribs once or twice, but would love to do it more often. I know there are several types of ribs, but I like baby backs a lot, and generally pork ribs rather than beef. Can you give me some tips on what to pick, and how to know when the membrane is a problem and when to leave it alone? Thanks!

John

Basscat · November 2008

I agree, but it beats the alternative :ermm:

Rib membrane for arthritic hands

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