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Burnt Ends

Tender, smoky, and caramelized pieces of brisket that are a barbecue favorite.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American, Barbecue
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

Brisket
  • 3 pounds brisket point Trimmed
Dry Rub
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon paprika
  • 1 tablespoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper Optional for heat
  • 1 tablespoon salt
Sauce
  • 1 cup barbecue sauce Your favorite brand

Method
 

Prepare the Brisket
  1. Trim excess fat from the brisket point, leaving about 1/4 inch of fat for flavor.
  2. Mix all dry rub ingredients in a bowl and rub generously over the brisket.
  3. Wrap the brisket in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
Smoke the Brisket
  1. Preheat your smoker to 225°F (107°C).
  2. Place the brisket in the smoker and cook for about 6 hours, or until it reaches an internal temperature of 190°F (88°C).
  3. Remove the brisket from the smoker and let it rest for 30 minutes.
Cut and Sauce
  1. Cut the brisket into 1-inch cubes.
  2. Toss the cubes in barbecue sauce and return them to the smoker for an additional hour.
  3. Serve hot and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 25gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Burnt ends are best served with pickles and white bread on the side.

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