Famous Texas BBQ Brisket Burrito Bowl

Famous Texas BBQ Brisket Burrito Bowl

A copycat recipe of a famous Texas BBQ brisket burrito bowl that captures the essence of smoky pit-master cooking and Texan street food.

Time: Prep: 20 minutes Cook: 5-8 hours (brisket) + 10-20 minutes (tortillas) Total: 8-9 hours
Servings: 6
Difficulty: Intermediate
Cuisine: American, Texan

Allergens

Wheat (in flour tortillas)

Ingredients

  • 4 lbs beef brisket, trimmed 1/2 cup barbecue rub 2 cups barbecue sauce 3 cups cooked white rice 2 cups pinto beans, cooked 1 large avocado, sliced 1 large tomato, diced 4 green onions, chopped 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese 6 flour tortillas

Instructions

  1. Rub the brisket with barbecue rub, and let it sit for an hour at room temperature.
  2. Preheat the grill to 275°F, place the brisket on the grill grate, and cook until it reaches an internal temperature of 203°F (about 2 3 hours per poun
  3. .
  4. Remove the brisket from the grill, let it rest for 1 hour before slicing against the grain into thin strips.
  5. Heat barbecue sauce in a pan and toss with brisket strips.
  6. Assemble the burrito bowls: white rice, pinto beans, brisket, avocado, tomato, green onions, and shredded cheddar cheese.
  7. Warm the flour tortillas on the grill for 10 20 seconds per side.

Chef’s Insight

The secret to tender, delicious brisket is patience and maintaining a consistent temperature during cooking.

Notes

For an added kick, serve the burrito bowl with a side of hot sauce or extra barbecue rub.

Cultural or Historical Background

Texas BBQ is known for its smoky, slow-cooked meats, often served with classic Texan sides like white rice and pinto beans.