Beef Brisket with Texas-Style BBQ Sauce Recipe

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Nothing says summer like the mouthwatering flavors and aromas of BBQ! Follow this recipe from our Biltmore Estate chefs for a tender smoked or oven-roasted beef brisket with a simple Texas-style BBQ sauce.

Wine Pairing Suggestion: Beef brisket pairs beautifully with rich red wines like The Hunt Sonoma County Red Blend, Biltmore Estate® Limited Release Tempranillo, or Biltmore Estate® Cabernet Sauvignon.

Fire up the smoker for this mouthwatering Biltmore Brisket recipe with Texas-style BBQ sauce.

Beef Brisket with Texas-Style BBQ Sauce

Total time: 11 hours 30 minutes

Serving Size: 4-6 people

Ingredients:

BBQ Dry Rub

  • 3 pounds beef brisket
  • ½ cup paprika
  • ¼ cup brown sugar
  • ¼ cup chili powder
  • ¼ cup kosher salt
  • ¼ cup black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons cayenne pepper
  • 2 tablespoons ground cumin

Texas-Style BBQ Sauce

  • 4 tablespoons blended oil (such as olive or canola oil)
  • 1 yellow onion, roughly chopped
  • 8 cloves garlic, roughly chopped
  • 16 ounces light brown sugar, packed
  • 16 ounces apple cider vinegar
  • 1 bottle (32 ounces) prepared ketchup
  • 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
  • 2 teaspoons mustard powder
  • 2 teaspoons kosher salt
  • 2 teaspoons ground black pepper

Instructions:

  • Prepare the Texas-Style BBQ Sauce: Sauté onions and garlic in blended oil over medium heat until soft. Add sugar and vinegar; cook until slightly reduced. Stir in ketchup and spices and simmer for 15 minutes. Blend until smooth and use immediately or refrigerate for up to 7 days.
  • Smoke the brisket: Rub dry ingredients into brisket and smoke at 275°F for 2 hours. Roast uncovered at 300°F for 6 to 7 hours or until fork-tender. Rest for 30 minutes before slicing, then top with BBQ sauce.
    • If you don’t have a smoker, try oven roasting the brisket: Rub dry ingredients into brisket and place on a rimmed baking sheet lined with heavy-duty aluminum foil. Cover with aluminum foil and bake at 300°F for 6 hours. Uncover and continue baking for an additional 1-2 hours, or until fork-tender. Rest covered for 30 minutes before slicing, then top with BBQ sauce.
  • Serve your mouthwatering brisket sandwich or plate with our simple Texas-style BBQ Sauce and enjoy with your favorite sides and Biltmore wines.
Elevate your BBQ brisket by pairing with the rich, fruit-forward flavors of our suggested Biltmore red wines.