How to Make the Perfect The Ultimate Smoked Brisket Recipe That Will Wow Your BBQ Guests

American · Intermediate · 12 hours 30 minutes min · 10 servings

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The Ultimate Smoked Brisket Recipe That Will Wow Your BBQ Guests

This melt-in-your-mouth smoked brisket is seasoned to perfection and slow-cooked for hours, making it the star of any BBQ gathering.

Why this recipe works

This The Ultimate Smoked Brisket Recipe That Will Wow Your BBQ Guests recipe has been crafted to deliver restaurant-quality results in your home kitchen. At just 12 hours 30 minutes minutes from start to finish, it fits perfectly into a busy schedule without sacrificing flavor. Each serving comes in at 550 calories with 70g of protein, making it a balanced choice for any meal.

What you will need

This recipe uses 16 simple ingredients that you can find at any grocery store:

5 lbs beef brisket
2 tbsp smoked paprika
1 tbsp garlic powder
1 tbsp onion powder
2 tbsp black pepper
1 tbsp cayenne pepper
1 tbsp kosher salt
1 tbsp brown sugar
2 cups beef broth
1 cup apple cider vinegar
1 cup barbecue sauce
2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
1 medium onion
4 cloves garlic
1 cup water
1 tbsp mustard

Step by step instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Brisket

Trim the excess fat from the brisket and pat it dry.

Step 2: Make the Rub

Mix the spices (smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, cayenne pepper, kosher salt, brown sugar) in a bowl.

Step 3: Season the Meat

Rub the spice mixture all over the brisket evenly.

Step 4: Prepare Smoker

Preheat your smoker to 225°F and add wood chips for flavor.

Step 5: Smoke the Brisket

Place the brisket in the smoker and cook for about 12 hours, spritzing with beef broth and apple cider vinegar every hour.

Step 6: Rest and Serve

Allow the brisket to rest for at least 30 minutes before slicing. Serve with barbecue sauce.

Easy substitutions

Missing an ingredient? Here are some swaps that work perfectly:

beef brisket → pork shoulder
barbecue sauce → hot sauce
apple cider vinegar → red wine vinegar

Common mistakes to avoid

Watch out for these pitfalls that can affect your results:

Not allowing the brisket to rest before slicing.
Using too high a temperature, which can dry out the meat.
Not applying enough seasoning to the brisket.

Nutrition facts

Per serving: 550 calories, 70g protein, 0g carbs, 34g fat, 0g fiber.

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