How To Smoke A Brisket On A Pellet Grill
Are you excited and ready to learn how to smoke a brisket on a pellet grill? Now is the time to get your grill ready to go! Grilling season is here, and it’s time to create a meal that everyone will love! I’m serious when I say that this is the best smoked beef brisket recipe!
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Once you learn how to smoke a brisket, you will be a master of the grill! Truth be told, it’s really not that hard to do at all! You just need a few easy ingredients to get started and you’ll be smoking that brisket perfectly in no time at all.
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What is the best temperature to smoke a brisket?
This is where it’s important to take the internal temperature of the meat! The best temperature to smoke a brisket is between 195 and 215 degrees.
Ingredients needed to smoke a brisket
- Packer brisket
- Kosher salt
- Garlic salt
- Black pepper
How To Smoke A Brisket On A Pellet Grill
You’re not going to believe the simple process to make smoked brisket! Get that pellet grill ready asap!
Trim off as much fat as you can off the brisket.
Place paper towels on an 11×13 baking sheet.
Liberally season all sides of the brisket with kosher salt. Place in the fridge for at least 12 hours before smoking.
Once the brisket has dried out and removed from the fridge, liberally season the packer with garlic salt and black pepper on all sides. I like to season the brisket so that you don’t see any meat.
Let rest and come to room temperature for about an hour.
While the brisket is resting, preheat your smoker to 250°. You can use any wood that you want. I like the Jack Daniels option.
Place your brisket fat side down in your smoker. Ensure the smoker has airflow. You may need to add wood chips every hour, so be sure to keep an eye on that. If you can keep the door closed during this process, that is best as it doesn’t allow the smoke to escape.
Smoke your brisket for 30-60 minutes per pound. It typically takes about 12 hours when I smoke a brisket.
Once your brisket has reached 190-210° internal temperature, it is time to remove it. Place the brisket in aluminum foil and let rest for at least an hour.
When slicing the brisket slice it against the grain and enjoy!
How Long Does It Take To Smoke Brisket?
Wondering what the brisket cook time or brisket smoke time is? The smoke brisket time really depends on the size of your beef. Our basic guideline is to allow between 30 and 60 minutes for each pound of meat, depending on how you season it. A 16-pound brisket cooked at 275 degrees Fahrenheit for example, will take between 10 and 12 hours to prepare.
What sides dishes pair well with smoked brisket?
Side dishes and brisket are the best! You can make potatoes, corn on the cob, coleslaw, or anything else that you’re craving.
How To Smoke A Brisket On A Pellet Grill
You're going to love the ease of this smoked brisket recipe!
Ingredients
- 1 12 lb packer brisket
- kosher salt
- garlic salt
- black pepper
Instructions
- Trim off as much fat as you can off the brisket.
- Place paper towels on a 11×13 baking sheet.
- Liberally season all sides of the brisket with kosher salt. Place in the fridge for at least 12 hours before smoking.
- Once the brisket has dried out and removed from the fridge, liberally season the packer with garlic salt and black pepper on all sides. I like to season the brisket so that you don't see any meat.
- Let rest and come to room temperature for about an hour.
- While the brisket is resting, preheat your smoker to 250°. You can use any wood that you want, I like the Jack Daniels option.
- Place your brisket fat side down in your smoker. Ensure the smoker has air flow. You may need to add wood chips every hour, so be sure to keep an eye on that. If you can keep the door closed during this process, that is best as it doesn't allow the smoke to escape.
- Smoke your brisket for 30-60 minutes per pound. It typically takes about 12 hours when I smoke a brisket.
- Once your brisket has reached 190-210° internal temperature, it is time to remove. Place the brisket in aluminum foil and let rest for at least an hour.
- When slicing the brisket slice it against the grain and enjoy!
