Low ‘n’ Slow NorCal Brisket
Low ‘n’ Slow NorCal Brisket
Prep time : 24 hours
Cook time : 6 hours minimum
Serves : 6+ people
Smoker Pellets : Hardwood pellets in competition blend alder, cherry, and apple - ORDER YOURS HERE
Cut : Five Marys Dry-aged Point Cut Brisket - ORDER YOURS HERE
Ingredients :
5-8 pounds trimmed point cut brisket*
2 teaspoons garlic powder
2-3 teaspoons kosher salt
2-3 tablespoons dark brown sugar
1 teaspoon Five Marys Farms rub spice blend
1 teaspoon cracked black pepper
* The difference between a point and flat or deckle cut brisket is the fat. Flat or deckle cuts have more meat, and points have more fat. Trim off all but roughly an inch of fat from the top of your brisket
INSTRUCTIONS :
To prepare the meat, rub with all seasonings, place on a tray, and keep covered in cling film in the refrigerator overnight
To cook, set the smoker to 250 degrees
Place the meat over indirect heat on your grill
Smoke 4 hours, then remove and wrap tightly in foil
Add 1/2 cup water to the foil packet
Place back in the smoker 3-4 more hours
Remove and allow to rest 15 minutes before slicing against the grain.