Burnt Ends Recipe
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Ingredients
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Meat
Sauce
For Smoking
Method
Preparation
- 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
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
- 3
Preheat the Smoker
Preheat your smoker to 225°F (107°C) and add the wood chips to the smoker box.
- 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).
- 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
- 6
Prepare the Sauce
In a large bowl, combine the BBQ sauce, honey, and apple cider vinegar. Mix well.
- 7
Toss the Burnt Ends
Place the cubed brisket into the bowl with the sauce and toss to coat evenly.
- 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.
- 9