Mexican Brisket + The Best Taco Ever

brisket

🥗Healthier: flank steak

💰Cheaper: chuck roast

Flank steak is leaner, while chuck roast is more affordable.

chipotle peppers

🥗Healthier: smoked paprika

💰Cheaper: canned jalapeños

Smoked paprika adds flavor without the heat.

Trim the brisket aggressively to ensure even cooking.

Slather the brisket with Cholula hot sauce as a binder.

Season the brisket heavily with fajita seasoning and black pepper on all sides.

Let the seasoned brisket sit for at least an hour or overnight in the fridge for better flavor penetration.

Prepare the smoker, aiming for a temperature of 250°F.

Smoke the brisket for about 7-8 hours until it reaches an internal temperature of 170°F.

Wrap the brisket in a pan and add more hot sauce before continuing to cook.

Continue cooking until the brisket is tender, then chop or pull the meat for serving.

Cooking Techniques

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