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Beef Brisket

Cultural Context

Beef brisket has deep roots in American barbecue culture, particularly in Texas, where it is a staple at cookouts and gatherings. Traditionally, brisket is slow-cooked to achieve tender, flavorful meat, often served with sides like coleslaw and baked beans. Today, it is celebrated in various forms across the U.S. and has gained popularity worldwide for its rich flavor and versatility in dishes.

AmericanUSmain
480 min
hard
6 servings
Servings4
10-12 lbs beef brisket
apple juice
soy sauce
garlic powder
crushed rosemary
barbecue sauce

beef brisket

🥗Healthier: leaner cuts of beef

💰Cheaper: pork shoulder

Pork shoulder is generally less expensive and still provides a rich flavor.

1

Trim off most of the fat from the beef brisket.

2

Inject the brisket with a mixture of apple juice, soy sauce, and garlic powder using a meat injector.

3

Cover all sides of the brisket with a dry rub (the creator suggests making your own or using a store-bought one).

4

Add crushed rosemary to the brisket for extra flavor.

5

Prepare the smoker or barbecue grill to a low temperature of 225°F.

6

Place the brisket in the smoker with hickory wood for flavor.

7

Smoke the brisket for about 10 hours until it reaches an internal temperature of 190°F.

8

Remove the brisket from the smoker and let it rest for about 30 minutes, covering it with a plate or wrapping it in foil.

9

Carve the brisket against the grain for tenderness.

10

Serve with homemade barbecue sauce.

Cooking Techniques

trimmingrubbingsmokingrestingslicing

Equipment Needed

meat injectorwater smokerbarbecue grill

Spice Level:

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Also Known As

BrisketSmoked Brisket

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