Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsArt's BBQ & BurgersBurnt Ends Recipe

Burnt Ends Recipe

Time8h
Serves8

Make Burnt Ends Recipe in just 8h . Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Meat

Sauce

For Smoking

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Brisket

    Trim the brisket of excess fat to about 1/4 inch thickness. Rub the beef rub all over the brisket, ensuring that it's evenly coated.

  2. 2

    Let it Rest

    Wrap the seasoned brisket in plastic wrap and let it sit in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour, preferably overnight.

Cooking

  1. 3

    Preheat the Smoker

    Preheat your smoker to 225°F (107°C) and add the wood chips to the smoker box.

  2. 4

    Smoke the Brisket

    Place the brisket in the smoker, fat side up. Smoke for about 6-8 hours, or until the internal temperature reaches 195°F (90°C).

  3. 5

    Cube the Brisket

    Once cooked, remove the brisket from the smoker and let it rest for 30 minutes. Cut the brisket into 1-inch cubes.

Finishing

  1. 6

    Prepare the Sauce

    In a large bowl, combine the BBQ sauce, honey, and apple cider vinegar. Mix well.

  2. 7

    Toss the Burnt Ends

    Place the cubed brisket into the bowl with the sauce and toss to coat evenly.

  3. 8

    Final Smoke

    Return the sauced brisket cubes to the smoker and cook for an additional 1-2 hours at 250°F (121°C) until caramelized.

  4. 9

    Serve

    Remove from smoker and serve hot, garnished with additional BBQ sauce if desired.

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