We Deep Fried BBQ Brisket… You have to Try This!

brisket

🥗Healthier: chicken breast

💰Cheaper: pork shoulder

Chicken is leaner, while pork shoulder is more affordable and still flavorful.

barbecue sauce

🥗Healthier: homemade tomato sauce

💰Cheaper: ketchup

Homemade sauce can be healthier, while ketchup is budget-friendly.

Warm the barbecue brisket from the cold section by letting it sit out.

Place 1 pound of barbecue brisket in a bowl.

Mix the brisket with a spoon until well combined.

Add 1/2 cup of breadcrumbs to the brisket and mix until it holds together.

Roll the brisket mixture into balls, ensuring they hold their shape.

Chop pickled jalapenos and set aside for stuffing.

Whisk 2 eggs in a bowl for the egg wash.

Prepare mozzarella cheese at room temperature for stuffing.

Poke a hole in each brisket ball and stuff with jalapenos and mozzarella cheese.

Crimp the brisket ball to seal the filling inside.

Repeat the stuffing process for all brisket balls.

Coat each brisket ball in the egg wash, letting excess drip off.

Roll each ball in panko breadcrumbs for a crispy coating.

Preheat peanut oil in a cast iron Dutch oven to 345°F (175°C).

Fry the brisket balls in batches of two to avoid overcrowding.

Fry for 2-3 minutes, flipping as needed until golden brown and crispy.

Remove the fried brisket balls and place them on a wire rack to drain excess oil.

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