This Smoked Brisket offers the ideal balance of smokiness and tenderness enhanced by citrus flavors. This is the greatest brisket you've ever had thanks to the marinade that incorporates orange, lime, and lemon juices to create a delicious flavor profile.
Ingredients: 1 whole beef brisket 10-12 lbs. 1 cup orange juice. 1/2 cup lime juice. 1/4 cup lemon juice. 1/4 cup olive oil. 4 cloves garlic, minced. 2 tablespoons kosher salt. 2 tablespoons black pepper. 2 tablespoons paprika. 1 tablespoon cumin. 1 tablespoon brown sugar. 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper.
Instructions: Remove any surplus fat from the brisket, preserving a minimal layer for taste. To make the marinade, combine the orange, lime, and lemon juices, olive oil, minced garlic, kosher salt, black pepper, cumin, paprika, brown sugar, and cayenne pepper in a bowl. Pour the marinade over the brisket and place it in a large plastic bag that can be sealed. Refrigerate for a minimum of 4 hours, or better yet, overnight, after sealing the bag and removing any remaining air. Set the temperature of your smoker to 225F 107C. For a deep flavor, try using hardwood chips like mesquite or hickory. After taking the brisket out of the marinade and letting any extra drip off, let it come to room temperature. With the fat side facing up, place the brisket on the smoker grates. Smoke it for 1.5 to 2 hours per pound, or until the internal temperature reaches 195203F 9195C. Before cutting the brisket against the grain, cover it with foil and allow it to rest for at least half an hour. As a dipping sauce, serve the slices with the leftover citrus marinade.
