Bbq Brisket Recipe
Smoked brisket topped with BBQ sauce and served with fries.
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Ingredients
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Brisket
BBQ Sauce
Fries
Method
Brisket Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Brisket
Trim excess fat from the brisket and pat it dry with paper towels.
- 2
Season the Brisket
In a small bowl, combine salt, black pepper, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and brown sugar. Rub this mixture all over the brisket, making sure to cover all sides.
- 3
Prepare the Smoker
Soak the wood chips in water for at least 30 minutes, then drain. Preheat your smoker to 225°F (107°C).
- 4
Smoke the Brisket
Place the brisket on the smoker grates, fat side up. Add the drained wood chips to the smoker box or directly on the coals. Smoke for 1.5 hours per pound, or until the internal temperature reaches 195°F (90°C).
BBQ Sauce Preparation
- 5
Make the BBQ Sauce
In a saucepan over medium heat, combine ketchup, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir well and let it simmer for about 10-15 minutes until thickened.
Fries Preparation
- 6
Prepare the Potatoes
Wash and peel the potatoes. Cut them into thin strips for fries.
- 7
Heat the Oil
In a large pot or deep fryer, heat vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C).
- 8
Fry the Potatoes
Carefully add the potato strips to the hot oil in batches. Fry until golden brown and crispy, about 5-7 minutes per batch. Remove and drain on paper towels. Sprinkle with salt immediately.