DELI STYLE BRISKET

Prepare this flavorful brisket on the weekend and enjoy delicious lunches all week!

Difficulty: Intermediate     Cook Time: 6 hrs

INGREDIENTS

4 pound beef brisket
2–3 handfuls of wood chips – soaked

FOR THE RUB

1/4 cup black pepper
1/4 cup toasted coriander seeds
1/4 cup mustard seeds
6 tablespoons kosher salt
2 tablespoon garlic powder

MOP

Few tablespoons rub
1 cup white wine vinegar
1 cup water

FOR THE BRINE

1/2 cup kosher salt
6 tablespoons packed brown sugar
1/4 cup pickling spices
8 cups water

METHOD

  1. 24 hours ahead, combine the brine ingredients in a large bowl. Place the brisket in an extra large ziplock and pour the brine over it. Seal well and place in a shallow pan in the refrigerator overnight.
  2. The next day, prepare the Keg for direct grilling at 107ºC  and add the wood chips. Drain the brisket and pat it with the rub. Place the brisket on the Keg and mop every 45 minutes for 3 1/2 hours. Wrap the brisket in foil and continue to cook at a low temperature for another 2 hours.
  3. Cook to internal  temperature of 82ºC
  4. Let the brisket stand at room temperature for 20 minutes, then slice thinly against the grain. Serve with your favourite mustard, pickles.