Description
Dad’s Ultimate Beef Brisket Father’s Day Special is a tender, smoky delight that transforms any gathering into a celebration. With its perfectly caramelized bark and mouthwatering flavors, this brisket recipe is sure to impress your family and friends. Easy enough for beginners yet packed with flavor for seasoned cooks, it’s a must-try for Father’s Day or any special occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 5 lbs beef brisket
- 2 tbsp kosher salt
- 1 tbsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp garlic powder
- 1 tbsp onion powder
- 2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 cup BBQ sauce (for serving)
Instructions
- Trim excess fat from the brisket, leaving about a quarter-inch layer.
- Combine salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and smoked paprika in a bowl. Rub the mixture generously over the brisket.
- Preheat your smoker to 225°F (107°C). Place the brisket fat-side up and cook for 6-8 hours until it reaches an internal temperature of 190°F (88°C).
- Remove from heat and wrap in foil. Let rest for at least one hour.
- Slice against the grain into thick pieces and serve with BBQ sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6–8 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Smoking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 oz
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 85mg