Burnt Ends Recipe

Time6h

Serves4

$12

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Ingredients

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1
Prepare the Brisket
Trim excess fat from the brisket, leaving about 1/4 inch of fat for flavor. Rub the BBQ rub evenly over the brisket.
2
Smoke the Brisket
Preheat your smoker to 225°F (107°C). Place the brisket in the smoker and add wood chips for smoke flavor. Smoke for about 6 hours or until the internal temperature reaches 195°F (90°C).
3
Cube and Sauce
Remove the brisket from the smoker and let it rest for about 30 minutes. Cut the brisket into 1-inch cubes and place them in a disposable aluminum pan. Pour BBQ sauce and apple juice over the cubes and mix well.
4
Final Smoke
Return the pan of cubed brisket to the smoker and smoke for an additional 1-2 hours at 250°F (121°C), until the burnt ends are caramelized and tender.
5
Serve
Remove the burnt ends from the smoker, let them cool slightly, and serve with extra BBQ sauce on the side.