Description
This Texas-style smoked beef brisket recipe yields tender, flavorful slices of meat with a perfect balance of seasoning. Ideal for a gathering or barbecue, this classic brisket is sure to impress your guests.
Ingredients
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For the Brisket:
- 1 12-14 pound whole packer brisket
- 2 Tablespoons coarse Kosher salt
- 2 Tablespoons coarse black pepper
- 2 Tablespoons garlic powder (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare and trim the brisket: Store your brisket in the refrigerator until you are ready to start trimming. Cold briskets are much easier to work with. Trim the brisket as per instructions.
- Season the brisket: Mix the salt, pepper, and garlic. Sprinkle over the brisket.
- Smoke the brisket: Set up your smoker and smoke the brisket until it reaches 165 degrees F internally.
- Wrap the brisket: Wrap the brisket in butcher paper and return it to the smoker.
- Smoke the brisket again: Continue smoking until the internal temperature reaches 202 degrees F.
- Rest the brisket, then slice and serve: Allow the brisket to rest before slicing against the grain and serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 551 kcal
- Sugar: 0.03g
- Sodium: 1055mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0.2g
- Protein: 73g
- Cholesterol: 219mg
