Jul 17 2026
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Brisket Recipe

Inspired by Smokeshow Barbeque
Time12h
Serves8

The star of Smokeshow! A 12-hour, slow-smoked beef brisket, trimmed and sliced to perfection. I spent a decade in Texas learning about proper smoking, trimming, and slicing techniques to give you a little piece of Texas right here in NH.

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Ingredients

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Brisket Ingredients

Method

Cooking Directions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Brisket

    Trim excess fat from the brisket, leaving about 1/4 inch of fat for flavor. Pat it dry with paper towels.

  2. 2

    Make the Rub

    In a bowl, mix together kosher salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and brown sugar.

  3. 3

    Season the Brisket

    Rub the spice mixture generously all over the brisket, ensuring it is evenly coated. Wrap in plastic wrap and let it rest in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour, preferably overnight.

  4. 4

    Prepare the Smoker

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

  5. 5

    Smoke the Brisket

    Place the brisket fat side up on the smoker rack. Add the soaked wood chips to the smoker box and close the lid. Smoke for about 12 hours, or until the internal temperature reaches 195°F (90°C).

  6. 6

    Rest and Slice

    Once cooked, remove the brisket from the smoker and wrap it in foil. Let it rest for 30 minutes. Slice against the grain and serve with beef broth on the side.

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