When it comes to cooking beef brisket on a gas grill, achieving that perfect balance of smoky flavor and fall-off-the-bone tenderness can be a daunting task. However, with the right recipe and technique, you can easily transform a tough cut of meat into a succulent and flavorful masterpiece. This guide will walk you through the necessary steps to ensure your beef brisket turns out juicy, smoky, and packed with flavor, leaving you with a mouthwatering dish that will impress your family and friends.
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HOW TO GRILL BRISKET
A basic method for how to grill brisket on a gas grill.
Provided by Foodtastic Mom
Categories Main Course
Time 5h
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Whisk together the sugar, salt, paprika, onion powder, black pepper and cayenne pepper. Rub the outside of the brisket evenly with the rub. Allow the rubbed brisket to sit on a cutting board on the counter for 30 minutes.
- Pour the wood chips in one of the foil pans and add enough water to just cover the chips. Cover with foil and cut slits in the foil to allow smoke to escape.
- Light your grill and scrape the grates clean.
- Turn the burners on one half of the grill off. Keep the burners on the other half set to LOW heat.
- Place the brisket directly on the lit side of the grill, fatty side up and grill for about 5 minutes. Turn the brisket over and grill for 5 minutes more.
- Place the brisket into the remaining, clean foil pan (fat side up) and move it to the unlit side of the grill. Place the covered foil pan with the wood chips in it on the lit side of the grill and close the grill.
- Allow the brisket to cook for approximately three hours. You want your grill temperature to remain at about 300 degrees which can be achieved by adjusting the grill vents. With my gas grill keeping one side lit on low and one side off, plus opening the vents, kept it at this temperature.
- In about the final 30 minutes of grilling time, turn the brisket over so the fat side is down next to the foil and baste the non-fatty side of the brisket with your favorite barbecue sauce. I have linked to my favorite barbecue sauce in this post if you would like the recipe for Apple Butter Barbecue Sauce.
- Remove the brisket from the grill and baste again. Allow to rest on a cutting board for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
BARBECUED BEEF BRISKET
A guest at the RV park and marina my husband and I used to run gave me this flavorful brisket recipe. It's become the star of countless meal gatherings, from potlucks to holiday dinners. Husband Ed and our five grown children look forward to it as much as our Christmas turkey. -Bettye Miller, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 2h35m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a small saucepan, combine the first nine ingredients; cook and stir over medium heat 3-4 minutes or until brown sugar is dissolved. Transfer to a disposable foil pan., In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Brown brisket on both sides. Place in foil pan, turning to coat with sauce. Cover pan tightly with foil., Place pan on grill rack over indirect medium heat. Grill, covered, 2 to 2-1/4 hours or until meat is tender., Remove from heat. Remove brisket from pan; tent with foil and let stand 10 minutes. Meanwhile, skim fat from sauce in pan. Cut brisket diagonally across the grain into thin slices; serve with sauce.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 437 calories, Fat 20g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 64mg cholesterol, Sodium 392mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (26g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 31g protein.
BEEF BRISKET ON THE GAS GRILL
Steps:
- 1. For Spicy Chili Rub: Mix all ingredients in small bowl. 2. Apply dry rub liberally to all sides of brisket; wrap tightly in plastic wrap. Refrigerate for at least 2 and up to 48 hours. 3. For Brisket: About 1 hour prior to cooking, remove the brisket from the refrigerator, unwrap, and let it come up to room temperature. Soak the wood chips in cold water to cover for 30 minutes and drain. Place them in a foil tray. 4. Place the tray on top of the primary burner. Light all the burners and turn to high, cover, and heat until the chips are smoking heavily, about 20 minutes. Scrape the cooking grate clean with a grill brush. Turn the primary burner down to medium and turn off the other burner(s). Position the brisket, fat side up, over the cooler part of the grill. Cover and barbecue for 2 hours. (The temperature inside the grill should be a constant 275 degrees; adjust the lit burner as necessary.) 5. Adjust an oven rack to the middle position and heat the oven to 300 degrees. Attach 2 pieces of heavy-duty foil, 4 feet long, by folding the long edges together 2 or 3 times, crimping tightly to seal well, to form an approximately 4 by 3 foot rectangle. Position the brisket lengthwise in the center of the foil. Bring the short edges over the brisket and fold down, crimping tightly to seal. Repeat with the long sides of the foil to seal the brisket completely. Place the brisket on a rimmed baking sheet. Bake until the meat is fork-tender, 3 to 3 1/2 hours. 6. Remove the brisket from the oven, loosen the foil at one end to release steam, and let rest for 30 minutes. If you like, drain the juices into a bowl and defat the juices in a gravy skimmer. 7. Unwrap the brisket and place it on a cutting board. Carve it on the bias across the grain into long, thin slices. Serve with plain barbecue sauce or with barbecue sauce that has been flavored with up to 1 cup of the defatted brisket juices.
BEEF BRISKET - GAS GRILL
Categories Beef
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- 1. For Spicy Chili Rub: Mix all ingredients in small bowl. 2. Apply dry rub liberally to all sides of brisket; wrap tightly in plastic wrap. Refrigerate for at least 2 and up to 48 hours. 3. For Brisket: About 1 hour prior to cooking, remove the brisket from the refrigerator, unwrap, and let it come up to room temperature. Soak the wood chips in cold water to cover for 30 minutes and drain. Place them in a foil tray. 4. Place the tray on top of the primary burner. Light all the burners and turn to high, cover, and heat until the chips are smoking heavily, about 20 minutes. Scrape the cooking grate clean with a grill brush. Turn the primary burner down to medium and turn off the other burner(s). Position the brisket, fat side up, over the cooler part of the grill. Cover and barbecue for 2 hours. (The temperature inside the grill should be a constant 275 degrees; adjust the lit burner as necessary.) 5. Adjust an oven rack to the middle position and heat the oven to 300 degrees. Attach 2 pieces of heavy-duty foil, 4 feet long, by folding the long edges together 2 or 3 times, crimping tightly to seal well, to form an approximately 4 by 3 foot rectangle. Position the brisket lengthwise in the center of the foil. Bring the short edges over the brisket and fold down, crimping tightly to seal. Repeat with the long sides of the foil to seal the brisket completely. Place the brisket on a rimmed baking sheet. Bake until the meat is fork-tender, 3 to 3 1/2 hours. 6. Remove the brisket from the oven, loosen the foil at one end to release steam, and let rest for 30 minutes. If you like, drain the juices into a bowl and defat the juices in a gravy skimmer. 7. Unwrap the brisket and place it on a cutting board. Separate the meat into two sections and carve it on the bias across the grain into long, thin slices. Serve with plain barbecue sauce or with barbecue sauce that has been flavored with 1 cup of defatted brisket juices.
Tips:
- Choose the right cut of beef brisket: Look for a brisket that is well-marbled with fat, as this will help keep the meat moist during cooking. A good rule of thumb is to choose a brisket that is at least 12 pounds.
- Trim the brisket: Remove any excess fat from the brisket, leaving a thin layer of fat on the meat. This will help prevent the brisket from becoming too greasy.
- Season the brisket: Season the brisket generously with your favorite rub or seasoning blend. Be sure to coat the meat evenly on all sides.
- Smoke the brisket: Preheat your gas grill to 225 degrees Fahrenheit. Place the brisket on the grill and smoke for 6-8 hours, or until the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Wrap the brisket: Once the brisket has reached 165 degrees Fahrenheit, wrap it tightly in aluminum foil. This will help the brisket retain moisture and cook evenly.
- Continue cooking the brisket: Continue cooking the brisket for another 2-3 hours, or until the internal temperature reaches 200 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Let the brisket rest: Once the brisket is done cooking, remove it from the grill and let it rest for at least 30 minutes before slicing and serving.
Conclusion:
Smoking a beef brisket on a gas grill is a great way to enjoy this delicious and flavorful cut of meat. By following these tips, you can ensure that your brisket turns out tender, juicy, and packed with flavor. So next time you're looking for a special meal, give smoked beef brisket a try.
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