If you’ve ever wondered how to create Texas-style beef brisket at home, but without all the fussy outdoor smoker equipment, then this is the smoked brisket recipe for you! The Instant Pot (get yours here: https://amzn.to/2QlkaDf) makes it possible to get authentic-tasting Texas beef brisket from a single countertop appliance, in only 2 hours!
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The secret is the spice rub, which uses both smoked paprika and chipotle (smoked jalapeno) chili powder to get that smokey-good taste, without the outdoor equipment. Brisket is normally easy to dry out, but with the use of pressure cooking, you always get a moist, tender finished product. It’s Tex-licious!
Serve this Texas-style beef brisket recipe at your next holiday party. With a zesty dry rub and smokey appeal, it’s a fabulous main dish for the holidays. It also makes a wonderful addition to tailgating, game-day, or your next potluck, but is equally at home on the family dinner table.
Pro Tip: Use a flat cut brisket for best results. Amp up the spiciness by adding additional cayenne pepper or by doubling the chipotle chili powder.
You always get a moist, tender finished product. It’s Tex-licious!
Ingredients:
Spice Mixture:
- 3 tbsp smoked paprika
- 3 tbsp brown sugar
- 2 tbsp kosher salt
- 1 1/2 tbsp onion powder
- 1 1/2 tbsp garlic powder
- 2 tsp pepper
- 1 1/2 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp chipotle chili powder
- 1 tsp dried oregano leaves
- 3/4 tsp ground mustard
- 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
- 4-5 lb beef brisket, fat trimmed to 1/4″ or less and cut into two pieces
- 1 cup water
- 1/2 cup BBQ sauce
Ingredients:
Spice Mixture:
- 3 tbsp smoked paprika
- 3 tbsp brown sugar
- 2 tbsp kosher salt
- 1 1/2 tbsp onion powder
- 1 1/2 tbsp garlic powder
- 2 tsp pepper
- 1 1/2 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp chipotle chili powder
- 1 tsp dried oregano leaves
- 3/4 tsp ground mustard
- 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
- 4-5 lb beef brisket, fat trimmed to 1/4″ or less and cut into two pieces
- 1 cup water
- 1/2 cup BBQ sauce
Instructions:
- In a medium bowl, combine Spice Mixture ingredients and rub over trimmed brisket. Place brisket in a large ziplock bag or other tightly covered container and refrigerate 8 hours or overnight.
- Pour one cup of water in the Instant Pot and insert the steam rack. Stack the brisket pieces on the rack, fat side up.
- Secure the lid, making sure the vent is closed.
- Using the display panel select the MANUAL function*. Use the +/- keys and program the Instant Pot for 75 minutes.
- When the time is up, let the pressure naturally release for 15 minutes, then quick-release the remaining pressure.
- Carefully remove the meat from the pot to a foil-covered baking sheet and brush with BBQ sauce.
- Set the brisket under the broiler for 4-5 minutes until caramelized and bubbly.
- Slice meat against the grain and serve.
*The MANUAL and PRESSURE COOK buttons are interchangeable.
