Smoked Brisket Burnt Ends Melt Recipe
Make Smoked Brisket Burnt Ends Melt Recipe in just 7h . Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Brisket
Sauce
Melt
Method
Brisket Preparation
- 1
Season the Brisket
Rub the brisket with salt, black pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder. Make sure to cover all sides of the brisket evenly.
- 2
Prepare for Smoking
Place the seasoned brisket in a smoker and smoke at 225°F (107°C) for about 6-8 hours, or until it reaches an internal temperature of 195°F (91°C).
- 3
Rest the Brisket
Once the brisket is cooked, remove it from the smoker and let it rest for at least 30 minutes before cutting.
- 4
Cube the Brisket
After resting, cube the brisket into 1-inch pieces for the burnt ends.
Burnt Ends Preparation
- 5
- 6
Coat the Cubes
Toss the cubed brisket pieces in the sauce mixture until fully coated.
- 7
Return to Smoker
Place the coated brisket cubes back in the smoker for an additional 1-2 hours at 250°F (121°C) until they become caramelized.
Assembly of Melt
- 8
Toast the Buns
Lightly toast the brioche buns on a grill or in a toaster until golden brown.
- 9
Layer the Ingredients
On the bottom half of each bun, layer a generous amount of burnt ends, followed by slices of cheddar cheese and pickles.
- 10
Melt the Cheese
Place the assembled buns under a broiler for 1-2 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- 11
Serve
Remove from the oven, place the top half of the bun on, and serve hot.
