Texas-Style Brisket

Bold & Smoky Texas-Style Brisket

By James Cooper/James Cooper BBQ

Time: 8 Hours

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James Cooper

BBQ enthusiast and pitmaster based in Texas. Specializes in creating mouth-watering brisket and other smoked meats.

This Texas-Style Brisket is a delicious and satisfying meal that's perfect for any day of the week. The brisket is marinated in a flavorful spice rub, then slow-cooked to tender perfection. Served with a side of your favorite BBQ sauce, this brisket is packed with bold flavors and textures that will keep you coming back for more.

Let me walk you through the layers of this Texas-Style Brisket. The brisket is marinated in a flavorful spice rub, then slow-cooked to tender perfection. Served with a side of your favorite BBQ sauce, this brisket is packed with bold flavors and textures that will keep you coming back for more.

Ingredients

for 4 servings

4
  • 5 lbsbeef brisket
  • 2 tbsppaprika
  • 1 tbspbrown sugar
  • 1 tbspsalt
  • 1 tspblack pepper
  • 1 tspgarlic powder
  • 1 tsponion powder
  • Instructions

    Step 1

    In a small bowl, mix together the paprika, brown sugar, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder to create the spice rub.

    Step 1

    Rub the spice mixture all over the brisket, making sure to coat it evenly. Let the brisket sit at room temperature for about 30 minutes to allow the flavors to penetrate the meat.

    Step 1

    Preheat your smoker to 225°F (107°C). Place the brisket in the smoker and cook for about 6-8 hours, or until the internal temperature of the brisket reaches 195°F (90°C) and it is tender enough to pull apart with a fork.

    Step 1

    Once the brisket is cooked, remove it from the smoker and let it rest for at least 30 minutes before slicing. This allows the juices to redistribute throughout the meat, resulting in a more flavorful and tender brisket.

    Step 1

    Slice the brisket against the grain and serve with your favorite BBQ sauce on the side.

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