Ingredients:
- 6-8 lb beef brisket (flat cut or point cut)
- 1/3 cup yellow mustard (for binding the rub)
- 1/2 cup BBQ dry rub (salt, pepper, garlic, paprika)
- 1/2 cup beef broth (for added moisture)
- 1/2 cup BBQ sauce (for basting)
- 2 tbsp butter (for griddle cooking)
- Optional: Wood chips (hickory or mesquite for added smoke flavor)
Instructions:
1. Prepare Your Arteflame Grill
Start by firing up the Arteflame. Pour some vegetable oil on three paper napkins, stack firewood over them, and light it. In about 20 minutes, the grill will reach its optimal cooking temperature. For that authentic smoked flavor, toss some wood chips like hickory or mesquite onto the fire.
2. Season the Brisket
While your grill heats up, prepare your brisket. Rub the entire surface with yellow mustard, which helps the dry rub stick. Then, generously coat it with your favorite BBQ dry rub mix. This will create a flavorful bark as it cooks.
3. Sear the Brisket
Once your Arteflame’s center grate is searing hot (around 1000°F), place the brisket directly on the center grill grate for an initial sear. Sear each side of the brisket for about 5 minutes until a deep brown crust forms. This locks in the juices while developing a rich caramelized exterior.
4. Move to the Flat Griddle
After searing, transfer the brisket to the outer flat griddle where the heat is lower. Add a couple of tablespoons of butter to the griddle, and cook the brisket on the cooler side of the cooktop. You want to cook it low and slow, you can baste the brisket with beef broth every 30 minutes to keep it moist.
5. Low and Slow Cooking
Cook the brisket on the flat griddle for around 2 hours, flipping occasionally and basting with BBQ sauce after the first hour. Keep the brisket on the cooler side of the griddle to maintain a steady, even cook.
6. Rest and Serve
Once the internal temperature reaches 200°F, remove the brisket from the grill and let it rest for at least 30 minutes. This resting period allows the juices to redistribute throughout the meat, making the brisket incredibly tender.
Slice the brisket against the grain and serve with an extra drizzle of BBQ sauce for that classic BBQ experience.
Grilling Tips:
- Use Wood Chips for Smoky Flavor: Adding wood chips like hickory or mesquite enhances the brisket with an authentic BBQ smoke flavor.
- Butter for Moisture: As the brisket cooks on the flat griddle, using butter helps keep it juicy and adds richness to the flavor.
- Slow Cooking is Key: The outer edge of the flat cooktop on the Arteflame is perfect for low-and-slow cooking, ensuring tender meat without burning.
5 Recipe Variations:
- Texas-Style BBQ Brisket: Stick to a simple rub of salt and black pepper, and let the wood chips provide the smoke.
- Spicy Chipotle Brisket: Add chipotle powder and cayenne pepper to your dry rub for a spicy kick.
- Sweet & Smoky Brisket: Include brown sugar and smoked paprika in your rub for a sweet, caramelized flavor.
- Garlic Herb Brisket: Add minced garlic and fresh rosemary to the rub for a more savory, herbaceous flavor.
- Coffee-Rubbed Brisket: Use ground coffee in the rub for a deep, earthy flavor that pairs beautifully with BBQ sauce.
Perfect Pairings:
- Grilled corn with chili butter
- Mac and cheese cooked on the flat top
- Creamy coleslaw with apple cider vinegar
- Grilled jalapeño cornbread
Conclusion:
Why search for "barbeque near me" when you can master BBQ brisket at home using your Arteflame grill? With its high searing heat and low, slow-cooking zones, the Arteflame is the ultimate tool for creating perfectly cooked brisket that’s smoky, tender, and bursting with flavor. This recipe will make your backyard BBQ the talk of the neighborhood!
