BBQ Brisket Recipes: Tender, Juicy, and Full of Flavor
Brisket is a staple of BBQ cuisine, known for its rich flavor and melt-in-your-mouth tenderness when cooked right. Whether you're using a smoker, oven, or slow cooker, these BBQ brisket recipes will ensure a delicious, flavorful meal.
➡ Classic BBQ Brisket Recipe
This classic BBQ brisket recipe gives you tender, juicy brisket with a smoky flavor, all coated in a rich, tangy BBQ sauce.
Ingredients:
5-6 pounds of beef brisket
1/4 cup olive oil
1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
1/4 cup brown sugar
1/4 cup paprika
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon onion powder
1 tablespoon ground mustard
1 tablespoon black pepper
1 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 teaspoon salt
2 cups BBQ sauce (your favorite variety)
Instructions:
1. Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C).
2. Rub the brisket with olive oil and apple cider vinegar, then coat it with the dry spice mix made from brown sugar, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, ground mustard, black pepper, cumin, smoked paprika, and salt.
3. Place the brisket on a baking sheet lined with foil or parchment paper, fat side up.
4. Cover with foil and bake for 3-4 hours, until the brisket is tender.
5. Brush with BBQ sauce and bake for an additional 30 minutes, uncovered, to caramelize the sauce.
6. Let the brisket rest for 10-15 minutes before slicing. Serve with extra BBQ sauce on the side.
➡ Slow Cooker BBQ Brisket Recipe
This slow-cooked brisket recipe creates tender meat without much fuss. The slow cooker does the work for you, infusing the brisket with all the BBQ flavors.
Ingredients:
5-6 pounds of beef brisket
1 cup BBQ sauce
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
2 teaspoons smoked paprika
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
Salt and pepper to taste
1/2 cup beef broth
Instructions:
1. Season the brisket with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and smoked paprika.
2. In a separate bowl, mix the BBQ sauce, Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, and beef broth.
3. Place the brisket in the slow cooker and pour the sauce mixture over the top.
4. Cover and cook on low for 8-10 hours, or until the brisket is fork-tender.
5. Remove the brisket from the slow cooker and let it rest before slicing. Serve with additional BBQ sauce if desired.
➡ Smoked BBQ Brisket Recipe
If you're using a smoker, this smoked brisket recipe is the perfect way to bring out deep, smoky flavors in the meat. It's a low-and-slow method that makes for a perfect BBQ feast.
Ingredients:
5-6 pounds of beef brisket
1/4 cup yellow mustard
1/4 cup black pepper
1/4 cup coarse kosher salt
1 tablespoon paprika
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon onion powder
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
2 cups BBQ sauce
Instructions:
1. Preheat your smoker to 225°F (107°C).
2. Rub the brisket with yellow mustard to help the dry rub adhere.
3. Mix the black pepper, kosher salt, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne pepper, then generously rub the brisket with this spice blend.
4. Place the brisket in the smoker and cook for about 6-8 hours, or until the internal temperature reaches 190°F (88°C).
5. While cooking, spritz the brisket with apple cider vinegar every 45 minutes to keep it moist.
6. When done, remove the brisket from the smoker and let it rest for 30 minutes before slicing.
7. Serve with BBQ sauce on the side.
➡ BBQ Brisket Tacos Recipe
Take your BBQ brisket to the next level by serving it in tacos! These BBQ brisket tacos are a crowd-pleasing, flavorful dish that’s perfect for a casual meal.
Ingredients:
4 cups cooked BBQ brisket, shredded
8 small corn tortillas
1/2 cup red onion, thinly sliced
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
1/2 cup lime crema (sour cream mixed with lime juice)
1/2 cup salsa or pico de gallo
Instructions:
1. Warm the corn tortillas in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 30 seconds per side.
2. Shred the BBQ brisket and heat it in a pan over medium heat until warm.
3. Spoon the brisket into the center of each tortilla.
4. Top with thinly sliced red onion, chopped cilantro, and a drizzle of lime crema.
5. Add salsa or pico de gallo to finish the tacos.
6. Serve with a side of grilled corn or chips for a perfect BBQ meal.
➡ Maple Bourbon BBQ Brisket Recipe
This sweet and savory recipe incorporates maple syrup and bourbon for a unique twist on your traditional BBQ brisket.
Ingredients:
5-6 pounds of beef brisket
1/2 cup maple syrup
1/4 cup bourbon
1 cup BBQ sauce
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
1. Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C).
2. In a bowl, mix together the maple syrup, bourbon, BBQ sauce, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
3. Rub the brisket with the seasoning mixture, then place it on a baking sheet lined with foil.
4. Cover the brisket with foil and bake for 4-5 hours, basting with the sauce every 45 minutes.
5. When done, remove the brisket from the oven, let it rest, and slice. Serve with extra maple bourbon sauce.
These BBQ brisket recipes provide a variety of ways to enjoy this flavorful cut of meat. Whether you're cooking it low-and-slow in a smoker or using a slow cooker, each method brings out the brisket’s natural juiciness and deep BBQ flavor. Enjoy!
