posted by Joy 07-16-99 8:19 AM
* Exported from MasterCook *
Smoked Beef Brisket
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Serving Size : 12 Preparation Time :24:00
Categories : Smoked Barbecue
Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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1 fresh brisket -- flat cut, about 5 lbs.
1 Rib Rub -- recipe
1 Moonshine Mop -- recipe
Rib Rub:
1 Tbl. ground cumin
1 Tbl. chili powder
1 Tbl. kosher salt
1 Tbl. freshly ground pepper
1 Tbl. oregano
2 tsp. garlic powder
Combine all ingredients.
Moonshine Mop:
1 cup hot, thick and smoky tomato based barbecue sauce
1 cup ketchup
1/2 cup bourbon
1/4 cup cider vinegar
1 Tbl. hot pepper sauce.
Combine all ingredients. Refrigerate. Keeps indefinitely.
Coat brisket on all sides with rub, patting it firmly into the meat. Wrap well and refrigerate overnight.
Bring brisket to room temp. Prepare smoker.
Brush brisket with mop. Cook 3 hours, basting several times with moonshine mop. Remove from smoker.
Put in roasting pan lined with heavy duty tin foil. Pour one 12 oz bottle lager beer over.
Wrap tightly in foil. Bake closed for 3 1/2 more hours at 350. let cool to room temperature. Slice and serve on rolls.