Brisket Burnt Ends Recipe
Dry rubbed brisket burnt ends tossed with our western NC bbq & served with mac's sweet pickle blend *Limited availability
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Ingredients
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Ingredients for Brisket Burnt Ends
Method
Cooking Directions
- 1
Prepare the Brisket
Trim any excess fat from the brisket, ensuring a good balance of meat and fat.
- 2
Make the Dry Rub
In a bowl, mix together brown sugar, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, salt, and cayenne pepper.
- 3
Rub the Brisket
Generously apply the dry rub all over the brisket, making sure to cover all sides. Wrap it in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight.
- 4
- 5
Cut into Cubes
Once cooked, remove the brisket from the smoker/oven and let it rest for 30 minutes. Cut the brisket into 1-inch cubes.
- 6
Toss in BBQ Sauce
In a large bowl, toss the brisket cubes with Western NC BBQ sauce until evenly coated.
- 7
Caramelize the Burnt Ends
Return the sauced brisket cubes to the smoker or oven and cook for an additional 30-45 minutes until caramelized and crispy.
- 8
Serve
Serve the burnt ends hot with Mac's Sweet Pickle Blend on the side.
