The smoking process gives the brisket a deep smoky flavor and a beautiful crust, while the long cooking time breaks down the tough fibers of the meat and renders the fat, resulting in a tender and flavorful brisket that falls apart easily.
Ingredients:
- 1 whole brisket, about 12-14 pounds
- 1/4 cup kosher salt
- 1/4 cup black pepper
- 1/4 cup paprika
- 2 tbsp. garlic powder
- 2 tbsp. onion powder
- 1 tbsp. cayenne pepper
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 cup apple juice
- 1 cup wood chips or chunks (hickory or oak)
- BBQ sauce, for serving
Instructions:
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Preheat your kamado grill to 250°F, using lump charcoal and wood chunks for smoke flavour.
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Trim the brisket of any excess fat, leaving a thin layer on top.
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In a bowl, combine the kosher salt, black pepper, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne pepper to make a rub.
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Season the brisket generously with the rub, making sure to cover all sides.
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Place the brisket on the grill, fat side up, and close the lid.
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Smoke the brisket for about 10-12 hours, maintaining the temperature at 250°F, and adding wood chips or chunks as needed to maintain smoke flavour.
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After about 5 hours of cooking, wrap the brisket tightly in aluminium foil, and add the beef broth and apple juice to the foil packet.
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Place the foil-wrapped brisket back on the grill, and continue smoking until the internal temperature reaches 200°F (about 4-6 more hours).
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Remove the brisket from the grill, and let it rest for at least 30 minutes before slicing.
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Slice the brisket against the grain, and serve with your favourite BBQ sauce.
This smoked BBQ brisket recipe on a kamado grill takes time, but the result is a delicious and flavourful brisket that is perfect for any BBQ or gathering.