Fireball BBQ Tacos

Fireball BBQ Tacos

Discover this explosive recipe for Fireball BBQ Tacos and bring the flavors of a legendary tailgate to your next gathering!

Time: Prep Time: 30 minutes - Cook Time: 6 hours 30 minutes - Total Time: 7 hours
Servings: 6
Difficulty: Advanced
Cuisine: American, Texas BBQ

Allergens

Contains wheat and dairy.

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs beef brisket
  • 1 cup BBQ sauce
  • 1 tbsp Fireball whiskey
  • 6 flour tortillas
  • 3 cups coleslaw mix
  • 1/2 cup mayo
  • 2 jalapeños, seeded and chopped
  • 1 lime, juiced
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat your grill or smoker to 250°F (120°C).
  2. Season the brisket with salt and pepper, then place it on the grill and smoke for 6 hours or until tender.
  3. In a saucepan, combine BBQ sauce and Fireball whiskey, heat over medium heat until thickened.
  4. Brush the thickened sauce onto the cooked brisket and serve warm.
  5. Prepare slaw by mixing coleslaw mix with mayo, jalapeños, lime juice, and smoked paprika season with salt and pepper.
  6. Assemble tacos by placing a generous portion of sliced brisket on each tortilla, topping with slaw and drizzling with the Fireball cream sauce.
  7. Serve immediately and enjoy the sizzle!

Chef’s Insight

For added smokiness, try using hickory or oak wood chips in your grill or smoker.

Notes

Feel free to adjust the heat level by adding or reducing the amount of Fireball whiskey in the sauce.

Cultural or Historical Background

The fusion of BBQ and Tex-Mex cuisines is a beloved combination across the Southern United States, with tacos being an ideal vessel for showcasing rich and bold flavors like those found in classic BBQ dishes.