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Smokey Joe BBQ Legend
about 7 hours ago

Brisket Flat, Smoked and Pan-Braised to Probe Tender

Brisket Flat, Smoked and Pan-Braised to Probe Tender

Recipe Details

Author Meat Church
Prep Time 15 minutes active (plus up to overnight seasoning)
Cook Time Varies by size; smoke to 170°F, then cook to probe tender

Summary

A juicy, smoke-kissed brisket flat with peppery bark, lightly braised for moisture and finished to a tender slice that stays succulent from first bite to last.

Instructions

  1. 1

    Prepare your smoker to 250°F. Hardwood pellets or wood such as oak and hickory are ideal; mesquite or pecan also work.

  2. 2

    Rinse the brisket flat and pat dry.

  3. 3

    Season liberally on all sides with Meat Church Holy Cow rub. Let the seasoning adhere at least 15 minutes, or wrap and refrigerate overnight.

  4. 4

    Place the brisket in the smoker fat side up. Smoke until the internal temperature reaches 170°F.

  5. 5

    Transfer the brisket to an aluminum pan. Add the beef broth to the bottom of the pan. Cover tightly with aluminum foil and return to the smoker.

  6. 6

    Increase smoker temperature to 275°F. Continue cooking until the brisket flat is probe tender in the thickest part.

  7. 7

    Remove the foil and continue cooking 10–15 minutes to firm the bark.

  8. 8

    Remove from the pan and wrap in unwaxed butcher paper. Rest in a cooler until internal temperature drops into the 140s°F.

  9. 9

    Slice against the grain and serve.

Ingredients

  • 1 brisket flat (rinsed and patted dry)
  • to taste Meat Church Holy Cow Rub
  • 1/2 cup beef broth (for pan braise)
  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter or tallow (optional, in place of broth)
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