Brisket Burnt Ends Recipe
Smoked brisket burnt ends, fried and tossed in a sweet BBQ sauce.
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Ingredients
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Brisket
BBQ Sauce
For Frying
Method
Preparing the Brisket
- 1
Season the Brisket
In a small bowl, mix together salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and smoked paprika. Rub this seasoning mix all over the brisket point, ensuring an even coating.
- 2
- 3
Making the BBQ Sauce
- 4
Combine Ingredients
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine ketchup, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper. Stir until well mixed.
- 5
Simmer the Sauce
Bring the mixture to a simmer and let it cook for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Adjust seasoning with hot sauce to taste.
Preparing the Burnt Ends
- 6
Cut the Brisket
After resting, cut the brisket into 1-inch cubes.
- 7
Fry the Burnt Ends
In a large pot or deep fryer, heat vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C). Carefully add the brisket cubes in batches and fry until they are crispy, about 2-3 minutes.
- 8
Toss in BBQ Sauce
Remove the brisket cubes from the oil and place them in a large bowl. Pour the BBQ sauce over the crispy burnt ends and toss to coat evenly.