BBQ Brisket
A deliciously smoky and tender BBQ brisket perfect for gatherings, made simple without a specialized smoker.
Ingredients
Brisket Ingredients
- 4-5 pounds beef brisket Select a brisket with good marbling
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon paprika
- 1 tablespoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon salt
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper Adjust for spice preference
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 cup beef broth Use low sodium for less salt
- 1/2 cup barbecue sauce Choose your favorite brand
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C).
- In a bowl, mix brown sugar, paprika, black pepper, salt, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
- Rub the seasoning mix generously over all sides of the brisket.
- Place the brisket in a roasting pan and pour the beef broth around it.
- Cover the pan tightly with aluminum foil.
Cooking
- Transfer the pan to the preheated oven and cook for 4 to 5 hours, checking periodically to ensure it's moist.
- Once tender, remove from the oven and brush with barbecue sauce.
- Allow the brisket to rest for at least 30 minutes before slicing.
Notes
For best results, choose a good quality brisket. Letting the brisket rest is crucial to retaining juices.