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Flavorful Smoked Brisket Sliders

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These sliders feature tender, smoky beef brisket paired with tangy pickled onions, perfect for parties and casual gatherings. The recipe balances smoky, sweet, and tangy flavors for an unforgettable slider experience.

Ingredients

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  • 4–5 pounds beef brisket flat cut (well-marbled)
  • 2 tablespoons smoked paprika
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 cup barbecue sauce (about 240 ml), e.g., Sweet Baby Ray’s
  • 2 medium red onions, thinly sliced
  • 1 cup apple cider vinegar (240 ml)
  • 1 cup water (240 ml)
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • Optional: peppercorns or a pinch of chili flakes
  • 12 small slider buns (preferably brioche)
  • Optional toppings: pickles or coleslaw

Instructions

  1. Prepare the brisket rub by combining smoked paprika, brown sugar, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper in a bowl.
  2. Rub olive oil all over the brisket, then massage the seasoning mix evenly over the entire surface. Let rest at room temperature for about 30 minutes.
  3. Preheat smoker to 225°F (107°C) using hardwoods like oak or hickory. Place a water pan inside to maintain moisture.
  4. Place brisket fat side up on smoker grate and insert meat thermometer probe into the thickest part.
  5. Smoke brisket low and slow until internal temperature reaches about 195°F (90°C), approximately 6-8 hours.
  6. While brisket smokes, prepare pickled onions: bring apple cider vinegar, water, sugar, and salt to a simmer until dissolved.
  7. Place thinly sliced red onions in a jar or bowl, pour hot brine over, let cool, then refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
  8. Once smoked, wrap brisket in foil and a towel, then rest in a cooler or warm spot for 30 minutes to redistribute juices.
  9. Thinly slice brisket against the grain.
  10. Lightly toast slider buns, brush with barbecue sauce, layer brisket slices, add pickled onions, and top with extra sauce or pickles if desired.

Notes

If you don’t have a smoker, slow roast brisket in oven at 225°F with smoked paprika and liquid smoke. Wrap brisket with butcher paper or foil if smoking stalls. Slice against the grain for tenderness. Assemble sliders last minute to avoid soggy buns. Pickled onions can be made up to a week ahead. For gluten-free, use gluten-free buns or lettuce wraps. For dairy-free, adjust toppings accordingly.

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