Description
Celebrate Memorial Day with a mouthwatering Special BBQ Beef Brisket that’s sure to impress guests and elevate your gathering. This tender, juicy brisket is marinated in a flavorful blend of spices and slow-cooked to perfection, creating an unforgettable centerpiece for your backyard BBQ. Ideal for sandwiches or tacos, it promises delicious leftovers that won’t last long!
Ingredients
Scale
- 5–7 lbs beef brisket
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 tbsp paprika
- 2 tbsp garlic powder
- 2 tbsp onion powder
- 1 tbsp salt
- 1 tbsp black pepper
- 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1 cup low-sodium beef broth
- 2 cups hickory or mesquite wood chips (soaked)
Instructions
- Trim excess fat from the brisket, leaving about a quarter-inch layer.
- Combine apple cider vinegar with half the BBQ rub and coat the brisket. Marinate in the fridge for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Preheat smoker to 225°F (107°C).
- Place brisket fat side up on smoker grates, sprinkle with remaining BBQ rub, and add soaked wood chips.
- Smoke until internal temperature reaches 195°F (90°C), approximately 1 hour per pound.
- Wrap in foil and let rest for at least one hour before slicing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: Approximately 6 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Smoking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 oz (85g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: Customize the BBQ rub with your favorite spices or add a sweet glaze during the last hour of cooking. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to four days; reheat gently with a splash of broth.