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Ingredients
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Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Brisket
Trim excess fat from the brisket and pat it dry with paper towels.
- 2
Mix the Rub
In a bowl, combine kosher salt, black pepper, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and brown sugar. Mix well.
- 3
Season the Brisket
Rub the spice mixture all over the brisket, ensuring even coverage. Let it sit at room temperature for about 30 minutes.
- 4
Preheat the Smoker
Preheat your smoker to 225°F (107°C). Add soaked wood chips to the smoker box.
- 5
Smoke the Brisket
Place the brisket in the smoker fat side up. Smoke for approximately 1.5 hours per pound, or until the internal temperature reaches 195°F (90°C).
- 6
Baste the Brisket
During the smoking process, baste the brisket with beef broth every hour.
- 7
Rest the Brisket
Once cooked, remove the brisket from the smoker and let it rest for at least 30 minutes before slicing.
- 8
Serve
Slice against the grain and serve with your favorite sides.