Copycat Chipotle BBQ Smoked Brisket Tacos
Experience the best of a famous Texas BBQ restaurant in your own home with this Copycat Chipotle BBQ Smoked Brisket Tacos recipe! Find easy-to-follow instructions and vivid image prompts to elevate your cooking game. Don't miss out on the ultimate Tex-Mex cookout experience!
Allergens
Soy (in BBQ sauce), gluten (if using store-bought tortillas)
Ingredients
- 2 lbs beef brisket, trimmed of excess fat
- 1 cup Chipotle BBQ Sauce (see recipe)
- 8 small corn tortillas
- 1/2 cup crumbled queso fresco
- 1/2 cup finely chopped white onion
- 1/2 cup thinly sliced jalapeños
- 1 lime, cut into wedges
Instructions
- Prepare the Chipotle BBQ Sauce by combining all ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth. Set aside.
- Season the brisket generously with salt and pepper on both sides.
- Preheat your grill to medium high heat (around 375°F). Place the brisket on the grill and cook for 4 minutes per side, or until a nice crust forms.
- Reduce the grill heat to low (around 225°F) and move the brisket to indirect heat. Brush the top of the brisket with 1/2 cup of Chipotle BBQ sauce. Close the lid and let it cook for 3 hours, basting every hour with additional BBQ sauce.
- Once the brisket is tender and reaches an internal temperature of 200°F, remove from the grill and let it rest for 10 minutes. Slice thinly against the grain.
- Heat the tortillas on the grill for 30 seconds per side until they start to puff up.
- Assemble the tacos by layering sliced brisket, crumbled queso fresco, chopped white onion, and jalapeño slices in each tortilla. Serve with lime wedges on the side.
Chef’s Insight
To add a smoky flavor to the Chipotle BBQ Sauce, you can add 2 tablespoons of liquid smoke.
Notes
To ensure optimal tenderness, be sure to let the brisket rest before slicing.