Smoked BBQ Brisket Recipe

Name: Smoked BBQ Brisket
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup ancho chili powder; 2 tablespoons paprika; 1 tablespoon ground cumin; 1 tablespoon dry mustard; 1 tablespoon kosher salt; 2 teaspoons cayenne; 1 trimmed brisket with a layer of fat at least 1/4-inch thick, about 5 to 6 pounds; Dark Beer Mop, recipe follows; 1 large red onion; 4 cloves garlic; 2 serrano chiles, chopped; 4 bottles of dark beer; 1/4 cup dark brown sugar; 2 bay leaves; Salt and freshly ground pepper

Servings: persons

1/2 cup ancho chili powder
2 tablespoons paprika
1 tablespoon ground cumin
1 tablespoon dry mustard
1 tablespoon kosher salt
2 teaspoons cayenne
1 trimmed brisket with a layer of fat at least 1/4-inch thick, about 5 to 6 pounds
Dark Beer Mop, recipe follows
1 large red onion
4 cloves garlic
2 serrano chiles, chopped
4 bottles of dark beer
1/4 cup dark brown sugar
2 bay leaves
Salt and freshly ground pepper

1
Mix together the spices in a small bowl.
2
Rub the entire brisket with the spice mixture, place on a baking sheet, cover and let stand in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour or up to 6 hours.
3
Prepare the smoker according to manufacturer's directions.
4
Place the brisket in the smoker, fat side down, and smoke for 4 to 5 hours or until extremely tender.
5
Baste with the mop every 30 minutes.
6
Dark Beer Mop:
7
Place all ingredients in a medium saucepan, season with salt and pepper and cook over medium heat for 15 minutes.
8
Remove from the heat and let cool slightly.

104

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup ancho chili powder, 2 tablespoons paprika, 1 tablespoon ground cumin, 1 tablespoon dry mustard, and more.

Yes, Smoked BBQ Brisket falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Smoked BBQ Brisket

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