Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsJ. Render's Southern Table & BarHickory Smoked Brisket Sandwich Recipe

Hickory Smoked Brisket Sandwich Recipe

Time4h
Serves4

1/4 lb Hickory Smoked Beef Brisket served on Grilled Kaiser bun includes one side

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Ingredients

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Brisket

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Brisket

    Rub the beef brisket with smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and salt. Let it sit for at least 1 hour, preferably overnight.

  2. 2

    Preheat the Smoker

    Soak hickory wood chips in water for at least 30 minutes. Preheat your smoker to 225°F (107°C).

  3. 3

    Smoke the Brisket

    Place the brisket in the smoker and add the soaked hickory wood chips. Smoke for about 1 to 1.5 hours per pound, or until the internal temperature reaches 195°F (90°C).

  4. 4

    Rest the Brisket

    Remove the brisket from the smoker and wrap it in foil. Let it rest for at least 30 minutes before slicing.

  5. 5

    Prepare the Sandwich

    Slice the brisket against the grain into 1/4 inch thick slices. Toast the Kaiser buns on a grill. Assemble the sandwich with sliced brisket on the bun.

  6. 6

    Serve

    Serve the brisket sandwich with your choice of side.

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