How to Make Brisket Without Breaking the Bank

chuck roast

🥗Healthier: sirloin roast

💰Cheaper: brisket

Sirloin is leaner and may be less expensive than chuck roast.

beef broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water with seasoning

Vegetable broth is lower in calories and can be homemade.

Prepare the smoker by preheating it to 225°F.

Trim excess fat from the chuck roast, leaving a thin layer for flavor.

Rub the roast with olive oil to help the spices adhere.

Combine salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, brown sugar, mustard powder, and cayenne pepper in a bowl.

Generously coat the roast with the spice rub, pressing it into the meat.

Place the wood chips in the smoker box or directly on the coals.

Smoke the chuck roast for about 4-6 hours, or until it reaches an internal temperature of 195-203°F.

Baste the roast with a mixture of beef broth and apple cider vinegar every hour to keep it moist.

Remove the roast from the smoker and wrap it in foil.

Let it rest for 30-60 minutes to allow juices to redistribute.

Slice against the grain and serve with your favorite sides.

Cooking Techniques

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