Texas-Style Brisket BBQ Sandwich


 

Ingredients:

For the Brisket (if making from scratch):


4–6 lb beef brisket


2 tbsp coarse salt


2 tbsp black pepper


1 tbsp garlic powder


1 tbsp smoked paprika (optional)


Wood chips (oak or hickory) if smoking


To Serve:


Hoagie rolls or sandwich buns


Sliced onions (optional)


Pickles (optional)


Butter for toasting buns


BBQ Sauce:


½ cup ketchup


¼ cup apple cider vinegar


2 tbsp brown sugar


1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce


1 tsp mustard


½ tsp garlic powder


Dash of hot sauce (optional)


Simmer together for 10 mins or use your favorite store-bought sauce


Instructions:

Prep the Brisket:


Pat the brisket dry and coat generously with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.


Smoke low and slow at 225°F (107°C) for about 8–10 hours until internal temp hits ~200°F and it's tender.


Let it rest for 30 minutes, then slice against the grain.


Toast the Buns:


Butter and toast the inside of the hoagie buns on a skillet or grill until golden brown.


Assemble the Sandwich:


Layer several slices of brisket on the bottom bun.


Drizzle BBQ sauce generously over the meat.


Add optional toppings: pickles, raw or grilled onions.


Top with the bun and serve hot.


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