Cowboy's Brisket

Saddle up for the ultimate meaty masterpiece with "Cowboy's Brisket," a slow-cooked marvel that showcases the rich, smoky flavors of classic barbecue. This tantalizing recipe features a perfectly seasoned beef brisket, generously rubbed with a bold blend of spices—think smoky paprika, garlic, and a touch of brown sugar for that perfect balance of savory and sweet. Whether slow-cooked in a smoker with hickory wood chips or roasted low and slow in the oven, the brisket comes out irresistibly tender, falling apart at every slice. The addition of beef broth, apple cider vinegar, and Worcestershire sauce ensures the meat stays juicy and flavorful throughout its 8-hour cooking journey. Serve this rustic dish with hearty sides like coleslaw, cornbread, or baked beans for an authentic cowboy-inspired feast that’s sure to steal the show at your next gathering. Perfect for fans of smoked brisket, low-and-slow cooking, and Texas-style barbecue!

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:480 mins

Total Time:510 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 5 pounds beef brisket
• 2 tablespoons kosher salt
• 2 tablespoons black pepper
• 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
• 1 tablespoon garlic powder
• 1 tablespoon onion powder
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 2 teaspoons ground mustard
• 0.5 teaspoons red pepper flakes
• 2 cups beef broth
• 0.5 cups apple cider vinegar
• 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 cups hickory wood chips (optional, for smoking)

Directions

Step 1

Trim excess fat from the brisket, leaving a thin layer to keep the meat moist during cooking.

Step 2

In a small bowl, mix together the kosher salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, brown sugar, ground mustard, and red pepper flakes to create a dry rub.

Step 3

Rub the spice mixture evenly over the entire brisket, ensuring full coverage. Let the meat sit at room temperature for 30 minutes or refrigerate for up to 12 hours for deeper flavor.

Step 4

If using a smoker, soak hickory wood chips in water for 30 minutes and prepare the smoker to maintain a temperature of 225°F. If not using a smoker, preheat your oven to 225°F.

Step 5

In a large oven-safe roasting pan or disposable aluminum pan, pour the beef broth, apple cider vinegar, and Worcestershire sauce. Set aside.

Step 6

Heat olive oil in a cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the brisket on all sides until a deep brown crust forms, about 3-4 minutes per side.

Step 7

Place the seared brisket in the prepared roasting pan, fat side up. Cover tightly with aluminum foil or a lid if available.

Step 8

If using a smoker, transfer the pan to the smoker and let it cook low and slow for 8 hours, maintaining the temperature at 225°F. Add soaked wood chips to the smoker intermittently for a smoky flavor. If using an oven, place the pan in the oven and cook for the same time.

Step 9

After 8 hours, check the internal temperature of the brisket with a meat thermometer; it should read 190-205°F for optimal tenderness.

Step 10

Carefully remove the brisket from the heat and let it rest for 30 minutes, still covered, to allow the juices to redistribute.

Step 11

Slice the brisket against the grain into thin slices and serve hot with your favorite barbecue sides like coleslaw, cornbread, or baked beans.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3472.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5758.8

Total Fat 303.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 110.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 13.4g
Cholesterol 2131.9mg	0%
Sodium 14325.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 50.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.2g	0%
Total Sugars 22.3g
Protein 677.2g	0%

Vitamin D 181.4IU	0%
Calcium 435.8mg	0%
Iron 71.3mg	0%
Potassium 7592.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 48.4%

Protein: 48.0%

Carbs: 3.6%