Best 7 Tender Barbecued Brisket Recipes

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Tender barbecued brisket is a classic dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. The key to making a great brisket is to cook it low and slow, allowing the flavors to meld and the meat to become fall-apart tender. There are many different ways to cook brisket, but some of the most popular methods include smoking, braising, and roasting. No matter which method you choose, be sure to select a high-quality brisket and season it well with your favorite rub or marinade. With a little time and effort, you can create a delicious and memorable brisket that will be the hit of your next party or gathering.

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OVEN BARBECUED BEEF BRISKET I



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This is a great recipe for the family on the go as it needs very little attention. Choose a brisket that weighs between 4 and 5 pounds, depending on how many you are feeding.

Provided by JMOOSE

Categories     Main Dish Recipes

Time 5h10m

Yield 9

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 pounds beef brisket
salt to taste
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 cup barbecue sauce
1 cup water

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (160 degrees).
  • Sprinkle both sides of brisket with salt, pepper and garlic powder. Place in a large covered roasting pan.
  • Cook covered with no water at 325 degrees F (160 degrees C) allowing 1 hour per pound.
  • Before last hour of cooking, remove brisket and slice. Return slices to pan and add barbecue sauce mixed with water. Cover meat with sauce, cover, and cook 1 hour longer.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 672.3 calories, Carbohydrate 10.4 g, Cholesterol 147.2 mg, Fat 53.6 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 34.2 g, SaturatedFat 21.6 g, Sodium 440 mg, Sugar 7.3 g

BARBECUED BEEF BRISKET



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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

1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup ketchup
1/4 cup water
1/4 cup cider vinegar
1/4 cup canola oil
3 tablespoons dark corn syrup
2 tablespoons prepared mustard
1 tablespoon prepared horseradish
1 garlic clove, minced
BRISKET:
2 tablespoons canola oil
1 fresh beef brisket (2 to 2-1/2 pounds), trimmed

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.

TENDER BARBECUED BRISKET



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These tender slices of beef can be served as a main dish with potatoes for Sunday dinner or as barbecued beef sandwiches for a potluck or family get-together. this dish is popular with my large family, which includes 32 grandchildren and 41 great-grandchildren. -Mildred Burk Parker, Kansas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 5h10m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 bottle (10 ounces) soy sauce
1 tablespoon Liquid Smoke, optional
2 teaspoons pepper
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon garlic salt
1 teaspoon onion salt
1 teaspoon celery salt
1 fresh beef brisket (about 5 pounds)
BARBECUE SAUCE:
1 bottle (14 ounces) ketchup
1 to 2 tablespoons sugar
1 tablespoon cider vinegar
1-1/2 teaspoons prepared mustard
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon soy sauce

Steps:

  • In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the first seven ingredients. Add the brisket. Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate for 8 hours or overnight., Drain and discard marinade. Place brisket on a large sheet of heavy-duty foil; seal tightly. Place in a 15x10x1-in. baking pan coated with cooking spray. Bake at 325° for 4 hours or until meat is tender., Remove brisket; let stand for 20 minutes. Thinly slice meat across the grain. Place in an ungreased 13x9-in. baking dish. Combine sauce ingredients; pour over meat. Cover and bake for 1 hour or until heated through. Brisket may be frozen for up to 3 months.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 297 calories, Fat 8g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 80mg cholesterol, Sodium 2417mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 42g protein.

BBQ BRISKET



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 11h5m

Yield 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 18

1/4 cup sweet Hungarian paprika
1 tablespoon kosher salt
1 tablespoon freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon light brown sugar
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
4 to 5 pound piece beef brisket, preferably point cut
1 recipe Quick BBQ Sauce, recipe follows
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 large onion, chopped
12 cloves garlic (about 1 head), peeled and finely chopped
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
2 ham hocks
2 (28-ounce) cans crushed tomatoes
1 3/4 cups red wine vinegar
1 1/2 cups firmly packed light brown sugar
2 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Mix together the paprika, salt and pepper, sugar, and cayenne. Rub the spice mixture all over the brisket and refrigerate for 2 hours or overnight.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Place the brisket in a large casserole or Dutch oven and pour the sauce over the top, hocks and all. Cover and cook until brisket is fork tender and can easily be shredded, about 3 hours. Transfer the brisket to a platter. Skim and discard the fat from the top of the sauce. Shred or thinly slice the brisket. Serve.
  • Copyright (c) 2004 Television Food Network, G.P., All Rights Reserved.
  • Heat the oil in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat. Add the onion and cook, stirring, until tender, about 8 minutes. Stir in the garlic, tomato paste, and crushed pepper and cook until fragrant, about 2 minutes.
  • Add the ham hocks, tomatoes, vinegar, sugar, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil. Lower the heat, and simmer, uncovered, stirring occasionally, until deep red in color and has thickened, about 20 to 25 minutes. Adjust seasoning salt with pepper. Sauce will keep covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 1 month.
  • Copyright (c) 2004 Television Food Network, G.P., All Rights Reserved.
  • Yield: about 8 cups
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 32 minutes
  • Inactive Prep Time: 25 minutes

OH SO TENDER BRISKET



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Brisket - tender, tasty and oh so easy!

Provided by BREVEAL

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Roast Recipes

Time 6h15m

Yield 7

Number Of Ingredients 7

Roasting bag
¼ cup all-purpose flour
3 pounds beef brisket
1 ¾ fluid ounces liquid smoke flavoring
½ teaspoon garlic powder
1 (1 ounce) package dry onion soup mix
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 275 degrees F (135 degrees C).
  • Coat the inside of an oven roasting bag with flour. Place brisket inside of bag. Pour liquid smoke over the brisket and sprinkle on garlic powder, dry onion soup mix, and ground black pepper. Seal bag. Using a fork, make two sets of holes in the top of the roasting bag.
  • Lay bag in a broiling pan. Bake in a preheated oven for 6 to 8 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 415.7 calories, Carbohydrate 6.2 g, Cholesterol 79.9 mg, Fat 33.7 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 20.8 g, SaturatedFat 11.5 g, Sodium 405.5 mg, Sugar 0.2 g

BARBECUED BEEF BRISKET



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A very simple, tender and tasty barbecued beef dish. It is really tender when I cook it in my Pampered Chef deep dish covered baker. Prep time does not include marinating time.

Provided by cookin mimi

Categories     Meat

Time 4h15m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 (4 -5 lb) beef brisket
1 cup barbecue sauce
1/2 cup catsup
2 tablespoons lime juice
1 1/2 tablespoons liquid smoke

Steps:

  • Mix last four ingredients together and pour over the beef brisket.
  • Marinate several hours or overnight. Cover completely with foil or use covered baking dish.
  • Bake at 350 degrees for 4 hours.
  • Cool, slice and enjoy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 746.6, Fat 60.8, SaturatedFat 24.3, Cholesterol 165.6, Sodium 567, Carbohydrate 8.1, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 4.7, Protein 39.3

TEXAS-STYLE BARBECUED BRISKET



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Editor's note: The recipe and introductory text below are from The Barbecue! Bible 10th Anniversary Edition, by Steven Raichlen. To read more about Raichlen and BBQ, go to our feature The Best Barbecue in the U.S.A.

Provided by Steven Raichlen

Categories     Graduation     Backyard BBQ     Kwanzaa     Dinner     Brisket     Spring     Summer     Tailgating     Grill     Grill/Barbecue

Yield Makes 10 to 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

Grilling Method
Indirect grilling
Advance preparation
4 to 8 hours for curing the meat (optional); also, allow yourself about 6 hours cooking time
Special equipment
6 cups hickory or mesquite chips or chunks, soaked for 1 hour in cold water to cover and drained
Ingredients
1 beef brisket (5 to 6 pounds), with a layer of fat at least 1/4 inch thick, preferably 1/2 inch thick
1 tablespoon coarse salt (kosher or sea)
1 tablespoon chili powder
2 teaspoons sugar
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 teaspoon ground cumin

Steps:

  • 1. Rinse the brisket under cold running water and blot it dry with paper towels.
  • 2. Combine the salt, chili powder, sugar, pepper, and cumin in a bowl and toss with your fingers to mix. Rub the spice mixture on the brisket on all sides. If you have time, wrap the brisket in plastic and let it cure, in the refrigerator, for 4 to 8 hours (or even overnight), but don't worry if you don't have time for this-it will be plenty flavorful, even if you cook it right away.
  • 3. Set up a charcoal grill for indirect grilling and preheat it to low. No drip pan is necessary for this recipe.
  • 4. When ready to cook, toss 1 1/2 cups of the wood chips on the coals (3/4 cup per side). Place the brisket, fat side up, in an aluminum foil pan (or make a pan with a double sheet of heavy duty aluminum foil). Place the pan in the center of the hot grate, away from the heat. Cover the grill.
  • 5. Smoke cook the brisket until tender enough to shred with your fingers; 6 hours will likely do it, but it may take as long as 8 (the cooking time will depend on the size of the brisket and heat of the grill). Baste the brisket from time to time with the fat and juices that accumulate in the pan. You'll need to add 10 to 12 fresh coals to each side every hour and toss more wood chips on the fresh coals; add about 3/4 cup chips per side every time you replenish the coals during the first 3 hours.
  • 6. Remove the brisket pan from the grill and let rest for 15 minutes. Transfer the brisket to a cutting board and thinly slice it across the grain, using a sharp knife, electric knife, or cleaver. Transfer the sliced meat to a platter, pour the pan juices on top, and serve at once.
  • Barbecue Sauce, the Texas Way
  • The best Texas-style barbecue sauce combines the sweetness of Kansas City-style tomato sauces with the mouth-puckering tartness of a North Carolina vinegar sauce. I've come up with my own version-mix together equal parts of the Basic Barbecue Sauce and the North Carolina Vinegar Sauce . Serve this with barbecued brisket. For a really good sauce, add some meat drippings or a little chopped brisket.

Tips:

  • Choose the right cut of brisket: Look for a brisket that is well-marbled with fat, as this will help to keep the meat moist during cooking.
  • Trim the brisket: Remove any excess fat from the brisket, leaving a thin layer of fat on top.
  • Season the brisket: Season the brisket liberally with your favorite rub or seasoning mix. Make sure to get the seasoning into all of the nooks and crannies.
  • Cook the brisket low and slow: The best way to cook a brisket is low and slow. This will allow the meat to cook evenly and develop a tender, flavorful texture.
  • Use a meat thermometer to ensure that the brisket is cooked to your desired doneness.
  • Let the brisket rest before slicing: After cooking, let the brisket rest for at least 30 minutes before slicing. This will allow the juices to redistribute throughout the meat, resulting in a more tender and flavorful brisket.

Conclusion:

Tender barbecued brisket is a delicious and flavorful dish that is perfect for any occasion. By following these tips, you can easily make a brisket that will impress your friends and family. So fire up your grill and get started today!

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