BBQ Smokehouse Dinner: Texas-Style Brisket & Cornbread Waffles

Allergens

Gluten (in cornbread waffles), Soy (in barbecue sauce, Worcestershire sauce)

Ingredients

• 1. 2 lbs beef brisket 2. 2 cups beef broth 3. 1 cup barbecue sauce 4. 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar 5. 1/4 cup brown sugar 6. 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce 7. 1 tbsp chili powder 8. 1 tsp smoked paprika 9. 1 tsp garlic powder 10. Salt and pepper to taste 11. Cornbread mix (follow package instructions)

Instructions

1. Preheat your grill or smoker to 275°F (135°C).
2. Season the brisket with salt, pepper, chili powder, smoked paprika, and garlic powder.
3. In a large bowl, combine beef broth, barbecue sauce, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce. Mix well.
4. Place brisket in a disposable aluminum pan, pour the sauce mixture over it, and cover with foil.
5. Place the pan on your grill or smoker and cook for 6 hours, flipping halfway through.
6. About 30 minutes before the brisket is done, prepare cornbread mix according to package instructions. Pour batter into a preheated waffle iron. Cook until golden brown.
7. Remove brisket from heat when tender and internal temperature reaches 205°F (96°C). Let it rest for 30 minutes before slicing against the grain.
8. Serve smoky Texas style brisket slices on cornbread waffles, drizzled with extra barbecue sauce.

Chef’s Insight

For added smokiness, use a wood chunk or chips made from applewood or hickory while grilling or smoking the brisket.

Notes

For a spicy kick, add cayenne pepper or hot sauce to the barbecue sauce.