Best 2 Texas Style Barbecued Beef Brisket Recipes

If you're looking to impress your family and friends with a perfectly smoked Texas-style barbecued beef brisket, you've come to the right place. This beloved dish, with its tender, juicy meat and flavorful smoky crust, is sure to be a hit at any gathering. From selecting the perfect cut of brisket to creating a savory rub and cooking it low and slow, this guide will walk you through every step of the process, ensuring you achieve that tender, mouthwatering barbecue you've been craving. So fire up your smoker and get ready to embark on a culinary adventure that will leave your taste buds satisfied and eager for more.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

TEXAS-STYLE BARBECUED BEEF BRISKET

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From Southern Living January 2012. As a note, I am not a fan of cumin so I would reduce it to 1/2 tsp and/or omit it altogether!

Provided by Papa D 1946-2012

Categories Meat

Time 8h20m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1 large sweet onion, sliced
3 garlic cloves, chopped
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 tablespoon jarred beef base
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon cumin
1 1/2 teaspoons hickory liquid smoke
1 (2 -3 lb) beef brisket, flat trimmed
1/4 cup beer
3 tablespoons bottled chili sauce

Steps:

Lightly grease a 6 quart slow cooker, add onion and garlic. Stir together chili powder and next 5 ingredients. Rub over brisket and place brisket over onion mixture in slow cooker.
Whisk together beer and chili sauce. Slowly pour mixture around brisket, avoid removing spices from brisket.
Cover and cook on low for 7 to 8 hours or high 4 to 5 hours. When done uncover and let sit in cooker 20 minutes.
Remove brisket from slow cooker; cut brisket across the grain into thin slices put on serving plate and spoon pan juices over meat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 388.9, Fat 17.2, SaturatedFat 6, Cholesterol 140.6, Sodium 556.3, Carbohydrate 7, Fiber 1.5, Sugar 2.3, Protein 48.1

TEXAS STYLE BARBECUED BEEF BRISKET

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Good for a day when you just don't feel like grilling, but want barbecue. This is good served with Texas toast and slaw! You can soak up the pan juices with the toast.

Provided by Lynette !

Categories Beef

Time 7h15m

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1 large sweet onion, sliced
3 clove garlic, chopped
1 Tbsp chili powder
1 Tbsp jarred beef soup base
1 Tbsp worcestershire sauce
1 tsp ground cumin
1/2 tsp pepper
1 1/2 tsp hickory liquid smoke
2-3 lb beef brisket flat, trimmed
1/4 c beer
3 Tbsp bottled chili sauce

Steps:

1. Lightly grease a 6 quart slow cooker; add onion and garlic.
2. Stir together the chili powder and the next 5 ingredients. Rub over the brisket; place the brisket over the onion mixture in the slow cooker.
3. Whisk together beer and chili sauce. Slowly pour the mixture around the brisket (to avoid removing spices from the brisket).
4. Cover and cook on low for 7 to 8 hours or on high for 4 to 5 hours, or until fork tender. Uncover and let stand in the slow cooker for 20 minutes.
5. Remove the brisket from the slow cooker; cut brisket across the grain into thin slices. Return brisket to the slow cooker, and spoon the pan juices over the meat.

Tips for Making the Best Texas-Style Barbecued Beef Brisket:

Choose the right cut of beef. Brisket is a tough cut of meat, so it needs to be cooked low and slow to tenderize it. The best cuts for brisket are the packer brisket and the flat cut.
Trim the brisket. Before cooking, trim the brisket of excess fat. This will help the brisket cook more evenly and prevent it from becoming too greasy.
Season the brisket liberally. Brisket is a large cut of meat, so it needs to be seasoned well to ensure that it has plenty of flavor. Use a combination of salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika.
Cook the brisket low and slow. Brisket is best cooked at a low temperature (225-250 degrees Fahrenheit) for a long period of time (8-12 hours). This will allow the brisket to tenderize and develop a rich, smoky flavor.
Wrap the brisket in butcher paper or foil. Once the brisket has reached an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit, wrap it in butcher paper or foil. This will help the brisket to retain its moisture and prevent it from drying out.
Let the brisket rest before serving. Once the brisket is cooked, let it rest for at least 30 minutes before slicing and serving. This will allow the juices to redistribute throughout the meat, making it more tender and flavorful.

Conclusion:

Texas-style barbecued beef brisket is a delicious and iconic dish that is perfect for any special occasion. By following these tips, you can make the best brisket that will impress your friends and family. So fire up your smoker and get ready to enjoy some truly amazing barbecue!