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burnt ends recipe

Tender, smoky, and caramelized pieces of beef brisket that are a barbecue favorite.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, main dish
Cuisine: American, Barbecue
Calories: 600
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Brisket
  • 4 pounds beef brisket preferably point cut
Rub
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon paprika
  • 1 tablespoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper optional for heat
Sauce
  • 1 cup barbecue sauce your favorite brand
  • 1 cup beef broth

Method
 

Prepare the Brisket
  1. Trim excess fat from the brisket, leaving about 1/4 inch of fat for flavor.
  2. Mix all rub ingredients together and generously coat the brisket on all sides.
  3. Wrap the brisket in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 12 hours, preferably overnight.
Smoke the Brisket
  1. Preheat your smoker to 225°F (107°C).
  2. Place the brisket in the smoker and cook for about 6 hours, or until it reaches an internal temperature of 195°F (90°C).
  3. Remove the brisket from the smoker and wrap it in aluminum foil. Let it rest for at least 30 minutes.
Cut and Sauce the Burnt Ends
  1. Cut the brisket into 1-inch cubes.
  2. Toss the cubes in a mixture of barbecue sauce and beef broth.
  3. Return the cubes to the smoker for an additional 1-2 hours at 275°F (135°C), until caramelized.
Serve
  1. Serve the burnt ends hot, drizzled with extra barbecue sauce if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 50gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gCalcium: 20mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For best results, use a quality cut of brisket and allow ample time for smoking and resting.

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