Description
Succulent BBQ brisket sandwiches showcase tender, smoky meat nestled between pillowy bread slices. Layers of rich flavor and hearty textures invite you to savor each delicious bite of this classic American comfort meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat:
- 1 whole beef brisket (5–7 pounds / 2.3–3.2 kilograms)
Spices and Seasonings:
- 3 tablespoons (45 milliliters) kosher salt
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) black pepper
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) paprika
- 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) onion powder
- 1 teaspoon (5 milliliters) cayenne pepper
Additional Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) olive oil
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) beef broth or water
- 2 cups (480 milliliters) BBQ sauce
Instructions
- Prepare the brisket by generously coating with a robust spice blend, ensuring full coverage of the meat’s surface.
- Heat the cooking environment to a low and steady 250F (120C), creating an ideal environment for slow-roasting.
- Position the seasoned brisket in a deep roasting pan, introducing a moisture-rich liquid foundation to prevent drying during the extended cooking process.
- Securely wrap the pan with aluminum foil, creating a sealed environment that traps heat and allows the meat to tenderize gradually.
- Maintain a consistent cooking duration of 6-8 hours, monitoring the meat’s transformation into a melt-in-your-mouth texture.
- Once cooking is complete, allow the brisket to rest and settle for approximately 30 minutes, enabling internal juices to redistribute.
- Carefully slice or shred the brisket, revealing its succulent, perfectly cooked interior.
- Assemble sandwiches by layering the tender meat onto soft buns, complementing with crisp coleslaw, tangy pickles, and sharp onion slices.
- Enhance the sandwich’s flavor profile by drizzling with a generous amount of barbecue sauce, creating a final touch of smoky richness.
- Serve immediately to preserve the optimal temperature and textural integrity of the sandwich.
Notes
- Meat Selection Matters: Choose a high-quality, well-marbled brisket with a thick fat cap to ensure maximum tenderness and flavor during slow cooking.
- Spice Blend Flexibility: Customize the spice rub by adding smoked paprika or dried herbs like thyme for an extra flavor dimension that complements the rich beef.
- Moisture Magic: Always include liquid in the cooking pan to prevent drying out and create a steamy environment that helps break down tough muscle fibers.
- Low and Slow Technique: Patience is key – cooking at a low temperature for several hours guarantees melt-in-your-mouth brisket that shreds beautifully.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours (or 8 hours)
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 321
- Sugar: 9 g
- Sodium: 1130 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg