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Crafting the Perfect Smoked Brisket at Home

Smoked Brisket made approachable with clear cues, pantry staples, and flexible swaps.
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Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 5 lbs beef brisket
  • 2 tablespoons kosher salt
  • 2 tablespoons black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon onion powder
  • 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
  • Wood chips hickory or oak
  • 1 cup beef broth

Method
 

  1. Prepare the brisket by trimming excess fat.
  2. Season the brisket with your chosen rub.
  3. Wrap the brisket and refrigerate.
  4. Preheat your smoker to 225°F (107°C).
  5. Add wood chips to your smoker as it reaches temperature.
  6. Place the brisket in the smoker, fat side up.
  7. Monitor the smoker temperature and smoke until it reaches an internal temperature of 170°F (77°C).
  8. Wrap the brisket in butcher paper or foil.
  9. Continue smoking until the internal temperature reaches 203°F (95°C).
  10. Rest the brisket before slicing.