Smoked Beef Brisket
A foolproof method for achieving tender, flavorful smoked beef brisket that’s perfect for any gathering.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 300 minutes
- Total Time: 330 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Smoking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: None
Ingredients
Scale
- 4–6 pounds beef brisket
- Salt
- Pepper
- Garlic powder
- Smoked paprika (optional)
- Apple juice (for spritzing)
- Wood chips (cherry or hickory, optional)
Instructions
- Let the brisket rest on the counter for about 30 minutes before cooking.
- Trim the brisket to leave about a quarter inch of fat on top.
- Rub the brisket with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika if using.
- If smoking, prepare your smoker or charcoal grill for a low and slow cook.
- Cook the brisket until it reaches an internal temperature of 195-205°F.
- Wrap the brisket in heavy-duty foil and let it rest for at least 1 hour.
- Spritz with apple juice occasionally while cooking.
- Slice against the grain and serve.
Notes
Use a meat thermometer to ensure perfect cooking. Resting the brisket is crucial for juicy slices.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: beef brisket, smoked brisket, BBQ