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Flavorful Smoked Brisket Burnt Ends Recipe with Easy BBQ Sauce

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A carefully crafted smoked brisket burnt ends recipe featuring tender, crispy meat with a tangy and sweet homemade BBQ sauce. Perfect for gatherings and BBQ lovers seeking that iconic smoky, saucy bite.

Ingredients

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  • 4–5 pounds brisket point cut, well-marbled
  • Yellow mustard (as a binder)
  • Dry Rub: 2 tbsp paprika (smoked paprika optional), 2 tbsp brown sugar, 1 tbsp kosher salt, 1 tbsp freshly ground black pepper, 1 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp onion powder, 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (optional…
  • Easy BBQ Sauce: 1 cup ketchup, 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar, 2 tbsp brown sugar, 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce, 1 tsp smoked paprika, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, 1/2 tsp onion powder, salt and black pepper to …

Instructions

  1. Trim excess fat from the brisket point, leaving about 1/4 inch fat cap for moisture (about 15 minutes).
  2. Spread a thin layer of yellow mustard all over the meat to help the rub stick and add subtle tang.
  3. Mix dry rub ingredients and rub generously over the brisket.
  4. Preheat smoker to 225°F (107°C) using hardwood like oak or hickory.
  5. Place brisket fat side up on the grate and smoke for about 4 hours, maintaining temperature.
  6. When internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and bark looks set, wrap brisket tightly with butcher paper or foil.
  7. Continue smoking until internal temperature reaches 195°F (90°C).
  8. Remove brisket from smoker and let rest for 30 minutes.
  9. Cut the point into 1-inch cubes.
  10. Toss cubes with about 1 cup of easy BBQ sauce.
  11. Place sauced cubes in a foil pan and return to smoker at 250°F (121°C) for 1-2 hours until edges caramelize and get crispy.
  12. Remove burnt ends carefully, let cool for a few minutes, and serve with extra BBQ sauce on the side.

Notes

Maintain smoker temperature between 225°F and 250°F for best results. Use a reliable meat thermometer to monitor internal temperature. Rest the brisket before cutting to retain juices. Add BBQ sauce only in the last hour of smoking to avoid burning sugars. For non-smoker method, slow cook brisket with liquid smoke and finish under broiler with BBQ sauce.

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