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Smoked Brisket on a Kamado Grill

Smoked Brisket on a Kamado Grill

Recipe Details

Author Chef Tony
Prep Time 24 hrs
Cook Time 12 hrs

Summary

Classic Texas-style smoked brisket slow-cooked on a kamado for deep smokiness, peppery bark, and tender, juicy slices. A bold spice rub and occasional apple-cider spritz build layers of flavor while the ceramic grill’s steady heat ensures succulent results.

Instructions

  1. 1

    Trim the brisket, leaving about a 1/4-inch fat cap; remove any large membranes or silverskin.

  2. 2

    In a bowl, combine dried rosemary, garlic powder, turbinado sugar, paprika, cayenne pepper, dried oregano, dried thyme, kosher salt, and freshly cracked black pepper to make the rub.

  3. 3

    Rub the brisket generously with olive oil, then coat evenly with the spice blend, pressing it in.

  4. 4

    Double-wrap the brisket tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight (up to 24 hours).

  5. 5

    Soak wood chunks or chips and set up a kamado or smoker for indirect cooking at 225°F.

  6. 6

    Remove the brisket from the refrigerator and place it on the 225°F grill, fat side down.

  7. 7

    Optional spritz: Combine apple cider and apple cider vinegar in a spray bottle and spritz the brisket every 2–3 hours.

  8. 8

    Plan for 1 1/4–2 hours of cook time per pound. Around 1 1/4 hours per pound, insert an internal temperature probe into the thickest part of the brisket and monitor.

  9. 9

    When the internal temperature reaches 180°F, remove the brisket and double-wrap it tightly in heavy-duty aluminum foil, then wrap with a clean towel or newspaper.

  10. 10

    Place the wrapped brisket in a cooler to continue cooking/resting until the internal temperature reaches 190°F.

  11. 11

    Unwrap, slice against the grain, and serve.

Ingredients

  • 5–7 lb beef brisket (trimmed to about 1/4-inch fat cap)
  • 3–4 cups wood chunks or chips (soaked)
  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 Tbsp dried rosemary
  • 2 Tbsp garlic powder
  • 2 Tbsp turbinado sugar
  • 2 Tbsp paprika
  • 2 Tbsp cayenne pepper
  • 1 Tbsp dried oregano
  • 1 Tbsp dried thyme
  • 2 Tbsp kosher salt
  • 2 Tbsp black pepper (freshly cracked)
  • 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar (combined in spray bottle)
  • 1/2 cup apple cider (combined in spray bottle)
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