Perfect Best Injection Recipe For Brisket

Are you ready to elevate your grilling game? Cooking a beef brisket on a Traeger grill can take your outdoor cooking to the next level. With its slow and even heat distribution, a Traeger is perfect for achieving that tender and juicy brisket. Let’s dive into this delicious recipe that will wow your friends and family at your next cookout!

Perfecting the Brisket

This recipe guides you through the process of smoking a beef brisket to perfection. The key to a flavorful brisket is patience and preparation, but the results are well worth the wait.

Ingredients

1 whole beef brisket (about 10-12 lbs)
2 tablespoons of kosher salt
2 tablespoons of black pepper
1 tablespoon of garlic powder
1 tablespoon of onion powder
1 tablespoon of paprika
1 cup of beef broth
Wood pellets for smoking (preferably hickory or mesquite)

Instructions

Begin by prepping the brisket. Trim excess fat from the brisket, leaving about 1/4 inch for flavor.
In a bowl, mix the kosher salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika. This will be your dry rub.
Generously apply the dry rub all over the brisket, ensuring it’s evenly coated. Allow the seasoned brisket to rest for at least an hour, or even overnight in the fridge for deeper flavor.
Preheat your Traeger grill to 225°F. This low temperature is essential for slow smoking, leading to tender meat.
Once the grill is ready, place the brisket fat side up on the grill grates. Insert a meat thermometer into the thickest part of the brisket.
Smoke the brisket until it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F. This can take anywhere from 6 to 10 hours depending on your brisket size and grill conditions.
When it reaches 165°F, wrap the brisket in butcher paper or foil to retain moisture, then continue cooking until it reaches 195-205°F for optimal tenderness.
Once done, remove the brisket from the grill and let it rest for at least 30 minutes before slicing.
Serve the brisket sliced against the grain with your favorite barbecue sides!

There’s nothing quite like the aroma of a slowly smoked brisket wafting through the air. Whether it’s a special occasion or just a weekend treat, this brisket recipe is bound to impress. Happy grilling!