Easy BBQ Beef Brisket

This Easy BBQ Beef Brisket recipe is so delicious & the perfect grilling recipe to enjoy all summer long. Add to a sandwich or enjoy with grilled corn. YUM!

We love grilling season. As soon as the snow melts the BBQ gets pulled out of the shed & it’s time to make some super delicious food. It’s a good thing too because it seems like summer is just never going to happen here this year.

So we are at least getting our summer flavors with all the recipes we are making on the grill, like this super incredibly delicious Easy BBQ Beef Brisket. So juicy, so tender & everything I want to be eating this time of year.

If you are looking for a smoked version made on the Traeger – try our Smoked Beef Brisket recipe.

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BBQ Beef Brisket

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Just get your spices ready & rub them in there real good. Then smoke over indirect heat for a good long while, like 6 hours at least. I know, I know- it’s hard to wait.

But let me tell you, it’s so worth it. I mean it when I say indirect heat too. You don’t want this thing charred to a crisp.

You want that gentle smoke to cook it slowly, which gives it that texture that pretty much melts in your mouth. Oh man, now I want some more.

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Here are some commonly asked questions

Can I use frozen brisket?

No, unlike when cooking with the pressure cooker, which is great for cooking frozen meats, you will need to have a fully thawed or fresh brisket to make this recipe. Otherwise, the cooking times will be drastically increased and the meat will most likely dry out in the process.

What type of wood chips do you recommend?

The variety will depend on what you are after. Applewood is great for a sweeter result and hickory or mesquite are great for a deep, smoky steakhouse flavor. It is really a personal choice.

How many can this serve?

This recipe makes enough for about 8 servings. Of course, that really depends on portions sizes and if you are feeding young children or all adults. But this is more than enough for our family of 5 adult appetites.

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Can this recipe be doubled?

You can. If you are cooking for a crowd, you can definitely pick up a second brisket and cook two at a time. The smoker should have racks, so you can do more than the one piece and you shouldn’t have to change the cooking process.

Can this recipe be made on a gas grill?

We actually used our gas grill for this more often than the smoker in the beginning. Just light one side of your grill & place your wood chips near but on the other side, that’s not lit. Watch closely so that the wood doesn’t catch fire. You want the smokiness & smoldering, not flame. Your meat will go over the unlit side.

Can this recipe be made on the Traeger?

I think you can, but we have not tested it yet. Traegers are great for things like smoking. So I would imagine that you could follow the same steps, but you wouldn’t need to add the wood chips with the meat since you would be using them to keep the smoke going already.

HOW DO YOU MAKE BBQ Beef Brisket?

 

1. In a small bowl, combine the brown sugar, salt, granulated garlic, onion powder, chili powder, dried mustard, paprika and thyme and mizx until well combined.
2. Rub the spice blend over the entire surface of the brisket.
3. Top with minced garlic.
4. Place the wood chips in a bowl of water. You’ll place them next to the meat while it cooks.
5. Out to the BBQ – Get your charcoal going in a chimney first.
6. Once the heat gets into the smoke zone (250-300 degrees) it’s time to add your brisket & soaked wood chips to the smoker.
7. Cover & leave it! Now focus on temperature control. Try to keep your smoker at 230-275 degrees. Watch while it cooks for about 6 hours.
8. The ideal temperature of a properly smoked brisket is 195°F (keep in mind that the internal temp of the brisket can increase by 10 degrees even after it’s been removed from the grill.)
9. Stick a small fork in the brisket, and if it twists easily in the meat, it’s done.

 

What is the best way to store leftover brisket?

Place any remaining brisket leftovers in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 3 days.

Other Beef Dishes

Slow Cooker Beef Stroganoff

Instant Pot Beef Stew

Beef Sliders

Oven Roast Beef

Easy BBQ Beef Brisket

Oven Beef Tenderloin

Smoked Beef Brisket

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I bet you can’t wait to dive in! I know I’m drooling just looking at this right now!

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To make Beef Brisket you will need…

• boneless flat cut beef brisket
• sea salt
• brown sugar
• chili powder
• paprika
• dried thyme
• dried mustard
• granulated garlic
• onion powder
• minced garlic
• teriyaki sauce
• **Wood Chips

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brisket on the BBQ

Products I love when making BBQ Beef Brisket…

This BBQ Beef Brisket recipe is SUPER EASY and delicious – and if you’re like me this time of year, then you maybe already have some of these items on hand OR maybe you have never made brisket before, & you might be a bit nervous – but you’re going to love it. I have made a list below of the things I absolutely can’t live without when it comes to making this grilling recipe.

• sea salt
• light brown sugar
• chili powder
• smoked paprika
• dried thyme
• dried mustard
• granulated garlic
• onion powder
• minced garlic
• teriyaki sauce

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