Kansas City Smokehouse Dinner

Allergens

Soy (in some commercial BBQ sauces), Wheat (in some commercial BBQ rubs)

Ingredients

• 1. 2 lbs beef brisket 2. 1 cup BBQ dry rub (see recipe below) 3. 1 cup Kansas City BBQ sauce (see recipe below) 4. 3 lbs russet potatoes, cut into wedges 5. 1 lb bag coleslaw mix 6. 1 cup mayonnaise 7. 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar 8. Salt and pepper, to taste BBQ Dry Rub:
• 1/4 cup paprika
• 3 tbsp brown sugar
• 2 tbsp salt
• 2 tsp black pepper
• 2 tsp garlic powder
• 2 tsp onion powder
• 2 tsp cayenne pepper (optional) Kansas City BBQ Sauce:
• 1 cup ketchup
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
• 1/4 cup water
• 2 tbsp molasses
• 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tsp chili powder
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 1/2 tsp onion powder
• 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)

Instructions

1. Preheat your grill or smoker to 250°F (130°C).
2. In a small bowl, combine all BBQ dry rub ingredients and mix well.
3. Pat the brisket dry with paper towels and then generously apply half of the dry rub, massaging it into the meat.
4. Place the brisket on the grill, fat side up, and cook for 1 2 hours, until a bark (crust) forms.
5. While the brisket is cooking, prepare the potato wedges by tossing them in oil, salt, and pepper. Grill or bake at 400°F (200°C) for 20 30 minutes until crispy and golden brown.
6. In a large bowl, combine the coleslaw mix, mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, salt, and pepper. Toss well and refrigerate until ready to serve.
7. After the initial cook time, apply BBQ sauce generously on top of the brisket and continue cooking until the internal temperature reaches 205°F (96°C) for medium rare or 210°F (99°C) for well done.
8. Remove the brisket from the grill and let it rest for 30 minutes before slicing against the grain.

Chef’s Insight

The secret to tender brisket is letting it rest after cooking. This allows the juices to redistribute throughout the meat, resulting in a more succulent bite.

Notes

This recipe serves as a copycat of the famous Joe's KC BBQ in Kansas City, Missouri. Feel free to add your own twists, such as different types of BBQ sauce or additional sides.