Tailgate Game Day Lunch – Copycat BBQ Brisket Sliders

Discover this amazing recipe inspired by a famous restaurant's BBQ Brisket Sliders, perfect for tailgating game day. This sensational dish is both nostalgic and indulgent, with a twist that will have you craving more.

🕒 Prep - 10 min | Cook - 8 hours | Total - 8 hours 10 min

🍽 Servings: 2 (with extra brisket for leftovers)

🔥 Difficulty: Advanced

🌎 Cuisine: American

Allergens

Soy, Wheat (in slider buns)

Ingredients

2 lbs beef brisket, trimmed
1/2 cup BBQ dry rub
2 cups barbecue sauce
8 slider buns
Coleslaw (store
bought or homemade)
Pickles

Instructions

Season the brisket with BBQ dry rub, ensuring an even coating on all sides. Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
Preheat smoker or grill to 250°F (121°C). Place brisket on the grates, fat side up, and smoke for 6 8 hours until tender. Wrap in aluminum foil if needed to prevent drying out.
Remove brisket from heat and let it rest for at least 1 hour before slicing against the grain into thin strips. Heat barbecue sauce in a saucepan over medium heat.
In a small bowl, toss sliced brisket with BBQ sauce until well coated. Assemble sliders with brisket, coleslaw, and pickles on top of buns.

Chef’s Insight

The key to tender, smoky brisket is patience - allowing it to cook low and slow will yield incredible results.

Notes

The coleslaw and pickles add a refreshing contrast to the rich and smoky brisket, making these sliders an irresistible combination.

Substitutions

For gluten-free, use gluten-free slider buns or serve on lettuce wraps. Use a vegan BBQ sauce for plant-based.

Alternative Preparations

For a smaller gathering, halve the recipe or make our Copycat BBQ Chicken Sliders instead.

Alternative Methods

You can also use an oven at 275°F (135°C) to cook the brisket for 9-11 hours, checking occasionally for doneness.

Best Storage Practice

Store leftover brisket in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 2 months.

Shelf Life

Brisket and sauced sliders can be stored separately in the fridge for up to 4 days or frozen for up to 2 months.

Plating Tips

Arrange sliders on a wooden board with a bowl of coleslaw and a handful of pickles on the side. Garnish with fresh herbs like parsley or cilantro for added flair.

Nutrition Facts

Per serving (1 slider with sauce): Calories 600, Total Fat 30g (Saturated Fat 10g), Cholesterol 125mg, Sodium 900mg, Total Carbohydrates 50g, Dietary Fiber 3g, Sugars 24g, Protein 35g.