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burnt ends recipe

Deliciously smoky and tender burnt ends made from brisket, perfect for any barbecue lover.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 5 hours
Total Time 5 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American, Barbecue
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Brisket
  • 5 pounds beef brisket point cut preferred
Rub
  • 1 tablespoon 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 in a bowl and generously coat the brisket on all sides.
  3. Wrap the brisket in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 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 the internal temperature reaches 195°F (90°C).
  3. Remove the brisket from the smoker and let it rest for 30 minutes.
Cut and Sauce
  1. Cut the brisket into 1-inch cubes.
  2. In a large bowl, mix the brisket cubes with barbecue sauce and beef broth.
  3. Return the cubes to the smoker and cook for an additional 1-2 hours at 250°F (121°C) until caramelized.
Serve
  1. Remove the burnt ends from the smoker and let them cool slightly before serving.
  2. Enjoy your burnt ends with additional barbecue sauce on the side.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 400mgSugar: 8gCalcium: 2mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Burnt ends are best served fresh but can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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