Description
This smoked brisket recipe produces tender, juicy meat with a flavorful bark, perfect for your next barbecue or gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 whole packer brisket (10–12 lbs)
- 2 tablespoons kosher salt
- 2 tablespoons black pepper
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 cup beef broth
- Wood chips (hickory or mesquite) for smoking
Instructions
- Prepare the brisket by trimming excess fat, leaving about 1/4 inch of fat cap for moisture.
- In a bowl, mix together the kosher salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, and brown sugar to create a dry rub.
- Generously apply the dry rub all over the brisket, ensuring it’s well coated. Let it sit at room temperature for about 1 hour.
- Preheat your smoker to 225°F (107°C) and add wood chips according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
- Place the brisket in the smoker, fat side up, and insert a meat thermometer into the thickest part of the meat.
- Smoke the brisket until it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C), which should take around 6-8 hours.
- Once it hits 165°F, wrap the brisket tightly in butcher paper or aluminum foil to retain moisture.
- Return the wrapped brisket to the smoker and continue cooking until it reaches an internal temperature of 203°F (95°C), approximately 2-4 hours more.
- Remove the brisket from the smoker and let it rest for at least 30 minutes before slicing.
- Slice against the grain and serve with your favorite barbecue sauce.
Notes
- For added flavor, inject the brisket with a mixture of beef broth and spices before applying the rub.
- Experiment with different wood types for smoking to find your preferred flavor profile.
- Resting is crucial; it allows the juices to redistribute within the meat.
- Prep Time: 20
- Cook Time: 10
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Smoking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 300
- Sodium: 300
- Fat: 22
- Carbohydrates: 0
- Protein: 22
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