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Smoked Brisket with Sweet Onion Jam

Smoked Brisket with Sweet Onion Jam: How to Perfectly Pair Flavors

  • Author: Anele
  • Total Time: 12 hours 30 minutes
  • Yield: 10 servings 1x

Description

Perfectly smoked brisket served with a delicious homemade onion jam that can be prepared ahead of time. Includes alternative cooking methods for those without a smoker.

Ingredients

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  • 5–7 pound beef brisket
  • 2 tablespoons kosher salt
  • 2 tablespoons black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon onion powder
  • 1 tablespoon paprika
  • 4 large onions, thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1/3 cup balsamic vinegar
  • 1/4 cup beef broth

Instructions

  1. Mix salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika to create a dry rub.
  2. Apply the rub generously to the brisket, covering all sides.
  3. Preheat smoker to 225°F using your choice of wood chips.
  4. Place brisket in the smoker fat-side up and smoke until internal temperature reaches 165°F (about 6-8 hours).
  5. Wrap brisket tightly in butcher paper or aluminum foil and return to smoker until internal temperature reaches 203°F (about 3-4 more hours).
  6. While the brisket cooks, prepare the onion jam by melting butter in a large skillet over medium-low heat.
  7. Add sliced onions and cook slowly, stirring occasionally until caramelized (about 30-40 minutes).
  8. Add brown sugar, balsamic vinegar, and beef broth. Simmer until liquid reduces and mixture thickens into a jam consistency (about 15 minutes).
  9. Remove brisket from smoker and let rest for at least 1 hour while still wrapped.
  10. Slice brisket against the grain and serve with onion jam.

Notes

  • If you don’t have a smoker, you can slow-cook the brisket in an oven at 225°F using the same technique.
  • The onion jam can be made up to 3 days ahead and stored in the refrigerator.
  • For the best results, choose a brisket with good marbling.
  • Let the brisket come to room temperature before smoking for more even cooking.
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 hours
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Smoking
  • Cuisine: American BBQ

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 6 oz
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 580mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 9g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 13g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 12g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 48g
  • Cholesterol: 125mg

Keywords: smoked brisket, beef brisket, onion jam, barbecue, BBQ, smoker recipes

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