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Texas-style brisket
Trim hard fat so a 5mm cap remains. Rub salt and pepper (and paprika/garlic if you must). Rest 1 hour or overnight.
Questions about this dish
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How long does Texas-style brisket take?
7 hr 20 min all in — 20 min prep, 6 hr cook, 1 hr rest. Cook and rest follow the method. Leftover storage and optional extra waits are not included.
How many does it serve?
The recipe is written for 10 people. Scale the ingredient list on the page if you are cooking for a different number.
How hard is it?
A bit of work.
How spicy is it?
No chilli.
Does it fit a diet?
The published recipe is labelled Dairy-free, Gluten-free.
What does it cost to cook?
Treat yourself — about $28+ USD, as a grocery budget for this recipe, not a restaurant price.
What equipment do I need?
Oven, Dutch oven.
How much salt do I put in?
The recipe lists Salt at 2 tbsp.
What can I use instead?
Whole packer → A 1.5kg flat. Weeknight-adjacent. Still salt, pepper, patience.
Any tips from this recipe?
A handful of smoking chips in a foil packet on the oven floor is a rumour of smoke. A kettle grill is closer. If you only find a small flat, shorten the time and watch the probe.
Can I prepare this ahead?
Trim hard fat so a 5mm cap remains. Rub salt and pepper (and paprika/garlic if you must). Rest 1 hour or overnight.
Can I use an air fryer?
This method is not written for an air fryer. The core technique on the page still applies.