From Aj's to Daddys Brisket

Savor the smoky, melt-in-your-mouth perfection of "From AJ's to Daddy's Brisket," a recipe that transforms a humble cut of beef into a show-stopping centerpiece. This recipe combines the best of backyard barbecue and home-cooked comfort, featuring a perfectly seasoned rub of smoked paprika, garlic, onion, and brown sugar for bold, irresistible flavor. Whether you’re slow-cooking it in the oven or infusing it with rich, smoky notes in a smoker, the brisket is braised to tenderness in a savory blend of beef stock, apple cider vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, and barbecue sauce. With just 20 minutes of prep time and a low-and-slow cooking process, this dish is perfect for gatherings, holidays, or whenever you need a hearty, satisfying meal. Slice it thin, serve it with extra barbecue sauce, and watch as it becomes a new family favorite. Keywords: brisket recipe, smoked brisket, oven-braised brisket, barbecue brisket, tender beef brisket.

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:360 mins

Total Time:380 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 4 pounds Beef brisket
• 2 tablespoons Kosher salt
• 1 tablespoon Black pepper, freshly ground
• 1 tablespoon Smoked paprika
• 1 tablespoon Garlic powder
• 1 tablespoon Onion powder
• 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
• 3 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 cups Beef stock
• 2 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
• 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
• 1 cup Barbecue sauce

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C) or prepare a smoker to maintain a consistent temperature of 225°F (110°C).

Step 2

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

Step 3

Pat the brisket dry using paper towels and rub the olive oil all over its surface. Generously coat the brisket with the seasoning rub, ensuring even coverage on all sides.

Step 4

If you are smoking the brisket, place it fat-side up on the smoker grate and smoke for about 4 hours, ensuring it reaches an internal temperature of 160°F (71°C). Use a meat thermometer to monitor closely.

Step 5

If you are using an oven, heat a large, oven-safe skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the brisket and sear for 2–3 minutes on each side until browned.

Step 6

In the same skillet or Dutch oven (or as a liquid base for your smoker), combine the beef stock, apple cider vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, and barbecue sauce. Stir until well mixed.

Step 7

Place the brisket in the liquid if using an oven or braiser, ensuring the fatty side is up. Cover tightly with a lid or aluminum foil.

Step 8

Transfer the brisket to the oven or continue cooking in the smoker. Cook for an additional 2–3 hours, or until the internal temperature reaches 200°F (93°C) and the meat is fork-tender.

Step 9

Once the brisket is cooked, remove it from the heat source and let it rest for at least 20–30 minutes, covered, to allow the juices to redistribute.

Step 10

Slice the brisket against the grain into thin pieces and serve with extra barbecue sauce on the side, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2718.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5264.7

Total Fat 263.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 91.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 12.8g
Cholesterol 1705.5mg	0%
Sodium 11866.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 155.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.8g	0%
Total Sugars 112.0g
Protein 545.0g	0%

Vitamin D 145.1IU	0%
Calcium 444.0mg	0%
Iron 57.8mg	0%
Potassium 6746.8mg	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: 45.9%

Protein: 42.1%

Carbs: 12.0%