smoked brisket w/ cocoa and chili Recipe

Name: smoked brisket w/ cocoa and chili
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 5 lb beef brisket; 1 tbsp brown sugar; 1 tbsp white pepper; 1 tbsp salt; 1 tbsp worchestershire; 1 tbsp olive oil; 1 large jalapeno (with seeds very finely diced); 1 small onion (very finely diced); 2 tbsp ancho chili powder; 2 tbsp cocoa powder; 1 tsp minced garlic; 2 tbsp Worcestershire; 3 tbsp agave nectar (im sure honey would work as well)

Servings: persons

5 lb beef brisket
1 tbsp brown sugar
1 tbsp white pepper
1 tbsp salt
1 tbsp worchestershire
1 tbsp olive oil
1 large jalapeno (with seeds very finely diced)
1 small onion (very finely diced)
2 tbsp ancho chili powder
2 tbsp cocoa powder
1 tsp minced garlic
2 tbsp Worcestershire
3 tbsp agave nectar (im sure honey would work as well)

1
mix together the oil and Worcestershire and spread onto brisket.
2
then rub the mixed together rub ingredients evenly over meat.
3
let marinade while setting grill up for indirect heat.
4
soak wood chips.
5
prepare coals for low heat
6
when coals are ready and wood chips soaked, put handful of wood chips directly on coals.
7
add meat to grill
8
add wood chips every 15 to 20 minutes for an hour an a half
9
mix together ingredients for glaze (I added the left over rub ingredients to mine as well).
10
glaze brisket, and flip it, them glaze that side as well
11
add coals as needed for heat, and keep adding wood chips every 15 to 20 minutes for another hour
12
preheat oven to 285 and reglaze brisket
13
when oven is ready, transfer from grill to oven
14
cook for another hour and a half or until meat has reached internal temp of 175, glazing one more time with any remaining glaze in the middle (I placed mine directly on rack with a pan on the rack beneath it)
15
remove from oven and wrap in tin foil for 10 to 15 minutes before serving.

1497

kcal

Calories

101

Fat

Carbs

149

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

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 5 lb beef brisket, 1 tbsp brown sugar, 1 tbsp white pepper, 1 tbsp salt, and more.

Yes, smoked brisket w/ cocoa and chili falls under the Soups & Stews 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 brisket w/ cocoa and chili

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