Best 2 Montreal Style Smoked Meat Recipes

Craving a delectable and savory culinary experience? Look no further than Montreal-style smoked meat, a dish that tantalizes taste buds with its unique blend of flavors and textures. Originating in the vibrant city of Montreal, this iconic dish has captivated food enthusiasts and become a beloved delicacy enjoyed by many. Whether you're a seasoned home cook or a novice in the kitchen, this guide will take you on a journey to create an authentic and mouthwatering Montreal-style smoked meat that will leave you and your loved ones satisfied and craving for more.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

MONTREAL SMOKED MEAT SANDWICH

Montreal Smoked Meat Sandwich image

The signature sandwich from one of my favourite Canadian cities - the recipe from one of my favourite Canadian chefs, Cristine Cushing! If you don't want to go through the long process of cooking & smoking the brisket, just use the Montreal Spice Mix as a rub on a roast. Serve piled high slivers of smoked meat between 2 slices of rye bread with loads of mustard & a dill pickle on the side!

Provided by CountryLady

Categories Lunch/Snacks

Time 3h50m

Yield 1 brisket

Number Of Ingredients 16

Ingredients

2 teaspoons peppercorns
1 1/2 teaspoons coriander seeds
1 1/2 teaspoons cumin seeds
2 teaspoons fennel seeds
1 teaspoon mustard seeds
1 teaspoon mustard powder
1 tablespoon celery seed
2 allspice berries
1 tablespoon smoked paprika
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 1/2 tablespoons kosher salt
3 lbs beef brisket, with fat on
1 cup red wine
3 slices double smoked bacon
2 cups wood chips, such as apple,cherry or maple,soaked in water for 5 minutes

Steps:

Montreal Spice Mix: Over medium heat, toast the peppercorns, coriander seeds, cumin seeds, fennel seeds mustard seeds, allspice berries, celery seeds in a small sauté pan or cast iron frying pan until fragrant, about 5 to 7 minutes.
Grind spices coarsely in a mortar and pestle or spice grinder; combine with the remaining ingredients.
Montreal Smoked Meat: Rub ½ of the spice mixture all over the brisket; let brisket sit for 1 hour or overnight so flavour permeates the meat.
Preheat oven to 250 degrees F; fit the rack of a roasting pan into a roasting pan, add wine to the roasting pan& put the brisket on the rack.
Cover the brisket with the slices of bacon, cover with foil& slow cook for 3 hours or until meat is tender.
Remove from oven& add remaining spice mixture; smoke brisket with the wood chips in a smoker over low flame according to manufacturer’s instructions, about 20 to 30 minutes.
OR use your barbecue to smoke the meat- wrap the wood chips loosely with foil paper, poke holes in the foil, add wood chips to the barbecue on medium high heat; when the chips start to smoke, turn the grill to low heat& put the meat on the upper part of grill.

BREWBURGER'S - OLD FASHIONED (MONTREAL SMOKED MEAT)

Brewburger's - Old Fashioned (Montreal Smoked Meat) image

Provided by Food Network

Categories main-dish

Time P2DT5h15m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

One 3- to 5-pound brisket
1 gallon water
6 ounces kosher salt
2 ounces Prague powder
2 ounces powdered dextrose
2.5 ounces plus 4 tablespoons pickling spices, divided
Rye bread, for serving
Mustard, for serving

Steps:

Place 1 brisket fat down in a pan. Completely submerge the brisket with the brine.
Brine 2 days in the refrigerator.
Remove the meat from the brine and rub the meat with 4 tablespoons pickling spices.
Place the meat in a smoker for 2 hours with maple wood chips.
Remove from the smoker and place in a pan with 2 cups of water. Wrap with aluminum foil. Place in the oven for 3 hours at 250 degrees F.
Remove from the oven, slice, and enjoy with rye bread and mustard.

Tips:

Choose the right cut of meat. Brisket is the traditional cut used for Montreal-style smoked meat, but you can also use flank steak or top round.
Cure the meat properly. The curing process helps to develop the meat's flavor and texture. Be sure to follow the recipe's instructions carefully.
Smoke the meat slowly and evenly. This will help to create a tender and flavorful smoked meat.
Use a spice rub. A spice rub will help to add flavor to the smoked meat. You can use a store-bought spice rub or make your own.
Baste the meat regularly. Basting the meat will help to keep it moist and prevent it from drying out.
Let the meat rest before slicing. This will help to keep the meat juices in and prevent it from becoming tough.

Conclusion:

Montreal-style smoked meat is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed in a variety of ways. Whether you serve it on a sandwich, with eggs, or on its own, Montreal-style smoked meat is sure to please everyone at your table.