Dot Ricky's Brisket and Barbecue Sauce

Experience the mouthwatering magic of Dot Ricky's Brisket and Barbecue Sauce, a perfect marriage of tender, smoky beef brisket and a tangy, homemade barbecue sauce. This recipe combines a low-and-slow cooking technique with a flavorful dry rub of paprika, garlic powder, and brown sugar to create a crispy crust that locks in the brisket’s juices. The accompanying barbecue sauce, a rich blend of apple cider vinegar, molasses, Dijon mustard, and smoked paprika, offers the ideal tangy-sweet balance to complement the succulent meat. Designed for smoker enthusiasts or oven roasters alike, this dish is ideal for gatherings, holidays, or any occasion that calls for hearty, crowd-pleasing barbecue. Serve it alongside coleslaw, cornbread, or your favorite sides for a truly unforgettable meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:480 mins

Total Time:510 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 5 lbs Beef brisket
• 2 tbsp Kosher salt
• 1 tbsp Black pepper
• 1 tbsp Paprika
• 1 tbsp Garlic powder
• 1 tbsp Onion powder
• 1 tbsp Brown sugar
• 2 tbsp Olive oil
• 1 cup Apple cider vinegar
• 1 cup Tomato ketchup
• 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
• 2 tbsp Molasses
• 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
• 1 tsp Smoked paprika
• 0.5 tsp Cayenne pepper
• 1 cup Chicken or beef stock

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your smoker or oven to 250°F (121°C).

Step 2

Prepare the brisket by trimming excess fat, leaving around 1/4-inch layer for flavor and moisture.

Step 3

In a small bowl, combine kosher salt, black pepper, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and brown sugar to create the dry rub.

Step 4

Drizzle olive oil over the brisket, then generously coat the brisket with the dry rub, pressing it firmly into the meat to create a flavorful crust.

Step 5

Place the brisket on the smoker or in the oven, fat-side up. If using a smoker, use hickory or oak wood for the best flavor.

Step 6

Cook the brisket low and slow for 6-8 hours, or until the internal temperature reaches 195-205°F (90-96°C). Use a meat thermometer to check for doneness. During cooking, spritz the brisket occasionally with apple cider vinegar to keep it moist.

Step 7

While the brisket cooks, prepare the barbecue sauce. In a medium saucepan, combine apple cider vinegar, tomato ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, molasses, Dijon mustard, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, and chicken or beef stock.

Step 8

Bring the sauce mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens slightly.

Step 9

Once the brisket is done, remove it from the heat and wrap it in aluminum foil. Let it rest for at least 30 minutes to allow the juices to redistribute.

Step 10

Slice the brisket against the grain into thin slices to ensure tenderness.

Step 11

Serve the brisket with the homemade barbecue sauce on the side or poured generously over the slices.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3152.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	6146.9

Total Fat 305.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 109.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 13.3g
Cholesterol 2131.9mg	0%
Sodium 16021.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 141.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.1g	0%
Total Sugars 101.1g
Protein 672.6g	0%

Vitamin D 181.4IU	0%
Calcium 472.4mg	0%
Iron 71.1mg	0%
Potassium 7993.0mg	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: 45.8%

Protein: 44.8%

Carbs: 9.4%