Smoked Beef Brisket with Guinness Mop Recipe

Name: Smoked Beef Brisket with Guinness Mop
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 10 to 12 lb. beef brisket; 10 to 12 cloves garlic, peeled; 3 tbsp. kosher salt; 1 tbsp. fresh ground coriander; 1-1/2 tbsp. fresh ground cumin; 1 tbsp. fresh ground black pepper; 1/2 tbsp. fresh ground white pepper; 1 tbsp. cayenne; 1 tbsp. paprika; 1 tbsp. dried oregano; 1 tbsp. dried thyme; 2 cans (1-1/4 lb. each) Guinness Pub Draught; 2 cups apple juice; 2 tbsp. tomato paste; 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar; 3 tbsp. Worcestershire sauce; 2 tbsp. hot sauce; Salt and fresh ground black pepper

Servings: persons

10 to 12 lb. beef brisket
10 to 12 cloves garlic, peeled
3 tbsp. kosher salt
1 tbsp. fresh ground coriander
1-1/2 tbsp. fresh ground cumin
1 tbsp. fresh ground black pepper
1/2 tbsp. fresh ground white pepper
1 tbsp. cayenne
1 tbsp. paprika
1 tbsp. dried oregano
1 tbsp. dried thyme
2 cans (1-1/4 lb. each) Guinness Pub Draught
2 cups apple juice
2 tbsp. tomato paste
1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
3 tbsp. Worcestershire sauce
2 tbsp. hot sauce
Salt and fresh ground black pepper

1
Soak mesquite wood chips in water.
2
Heat smoker to 225F and add just enough wood to fill the chamber of the smoker with smoke.
3
In a large pitcher, combine all mop ingredients until smooth; set aside.
4
With a thin knife puncture the brisket and insert the whole garlic cloves into the meat equally accross.
5
Mix together spice rub ingredients and coat the brisket liberally with the mixture.
6
Place brisket in smoker and close lid.
7
Maintain a temperature between 200 and 225F and continually add enough wood to keep the chamber just filled with smoke.
8
Meanwhile continually mop the brisket with the basting mixture over the next 24 hours.
9
Flip the brisket once during cooking.
10
Remove and slice to serve with <A HREF=http://foodgeeks.com/recipes/recipe.phtml?recipe_id=18562>Cryin' Ryan's BBQ Sauce</A>.

1193

kcal

Calories

Fat

119

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 10 to 12 lb. beef brisket, 10 to 12 cloves garlic, peeled, 3 tbsp. kosher salt, 1 tbsp. fresh ground coriander, and more.

Yes, Smoked Beef Brisket with Guinness Mop 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Smoked Beef Brisket with Guinness Mop

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Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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