Description
This tender and juicy BBQ brisket is the ultimate comfort food, infused with smoky flavors and served with your favorite barbecue sauce. Perfect for gatherings or a family dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4–5 lbs beef brisket
- 2 tablespoons kosher salt
- 1 tablespoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1 cup beef broth
- BBQ sauce for serving
Instructions
- Preheat your smoker or grill to 225°F (107°C).
- In a small bowl, mix together the kosher salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, brown sugar, and cayenne pepper.
- Rub the spice mixture all over the brisket, ensuring even coverage.
- Place the brisket in the smoker or grill, fat side up, and cook for about 1 hour per pound, or until the internal temperature reaches 195°F (90°C).
- During the last hour of cooking, baste the brisket with beef broth to keep it moist.
- Once done, remove the brisket from the heat and let it rest for at least 30 minutes before slicing.
- Serve with your favorite BBQ sauce.
Notes
- For best results, use a meat thermometer to gauge the internal temperature.
- Letting the brisket rest is crucial for juicy slices.
- Consider using wood chips for added smoke flavor.
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1
- Sodium: 800
- Fat: 22
- Carbohydrates: 5
- Fiber: 0
- Protein: 32
- Cholesterol: 100
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