Ingredients for Texas Style Smoked Brisket
- Beef Brisket
- Dark Brown Sugar
- Chili Powder
- Paprika
- Salt
- Garlic Powder
- Onion Powder
- Black Pepper
- Cayenne
- Dry Mustard
- Ground Cumin
- Mesquite Wood Chips
- Vegetable Oil
- Yellow Onion
- Garlic
- Ketchup
- Cane Syrup
- Apple Cider Vinegar
- Yellow Mustard
- Worcestershire Sauce
- Hot Red Pepper Sauce
- Red Pepper Flakes
- Cayenne Pepper
- Dried Oregano Leaves
- Dried Thyme
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How to Make Texas Style Smoked Brisket
- Prepare the brisket: Trim excess fat from the brisket, leaving about 1/4 inch fat cap.
- Season generously: Rub the brisket with your favorite Texas-style BBQ rub, ensuring it's fully coated.
- Set up your smoker: Preheat your smoker to 225°F (107°C). Maintain a consistent temperature throughout the cooking process.
- Smoke the brisket: Place the brisket fat-side up on the smoker grates. Smoke for approximately 6-8 hours, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Wrap the brisket: Wrap the brisket tightly in butcher paper or aluminum foil.
- Continue smoking: Return the wrapped brisket to the smoker and continue cooking for another 4-6 hours, or until the internal temperature reaches 200°F (93°C).
- Rest the brisket: Remove the brisket from the smoker and let it rest, wrapped, for at least 1 hour. This allows the juices to redistribute.
- Slice and serve: Slice the brisket against the grain and serve immediately. Enjoy your delicious Texas-style smoked brisket!
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
303 g
Sugar
267g
Fat
44g
Carbs
29g