I’ve said it before; I’ll say it again: Brisket is simultaneously the easiest and most difficult meat there is to barbecue. Easy, because all you do …
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The Brisket Chronicles
Everything you need to know about brisket. Complete tips, techniques, and recipes from Steven Raichlen and the Barbecue Bible.
(Excerpted from Steven’s latest book, The Brisket Chronicles. Get your copy today! ) In a process as idiosyncratic as cooking a brisket, there are …
I know. You’ll read this, and think, “Is this guy insane? Brisket in every dish?” Well, yes. But no apologies. Brisket is an amazing hunk of meat, …
Pit masters are divided on how simple or complex to make the rubs they apply to beef brisket for smoking. Personally, I like a “newspaper rub” so …
1: Place the ground brisket and chopped cooked brisket in a large bowl and mix with a wooden spoon. Moisten your hands with cold water and form the …
1: Season the brisket: Place the brisket in the foil pan and generously season the top, bottom, and sides with salt, black pepper, and if you like …
1: Place the bacon in a large Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot. Place over medium-high heat and cook, stirring occasionally, until sizzling and …
Step 1: Trim the brisket, leaving a fat cap on top at least 1/2 inch thick. Place the brisket on a rimmed baking sheet. Very generously season on all …
