Ultimate BBQ Game Day Taco Feast

Ultimate BBQ Game Day Taco Feast

Find the best tailgate game day taco feast recipe with a twist of Texas-style barbecue flavors.

Time: Prep - 15 minutes, Cook - 4-6 hours, Total - 4-7 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 6
Difficulty: Intermediate
Cuisine: American, Texas-style barbecue

Allergens

Wheat (in flour tortillas), Dairy (in sour cream)

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs beef brisket
  • 1 cup BBQ rub
  • 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
  • 1/4 cup tomato paste
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 6 large flour tortillas
  • 3 cups coleslaw mix
  • 2 cups corn salsa
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 lime, juiced
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In a small bowl, combine BBQ rub ingredients and rub onto brisket evenly. Let it rest for at least an hour.
  2. Preheat your grill or smoker to 250°F (121°C) for indirect cooking. Place the brisket on the grate with the fat cap facing up. Cook for 3 hours, maintaining a consistent temperature and turning every hour.
  3. In a separate bowl, mix together coleslaw ingredients and refrigerate.
  4. In another bowl, combine corn salsa ingredients and refrigerate.
  5. After 3 hours of cooking, wrap the brisket in aluminum foil and continue to cook for another 2 3 hours until it reaches an internal temperature of 205°F (96°C).
  6. Remove the brisket from the grill and let it rest for at least 1 hour. Slice it against the grain into thin strips.
  7. Warm flour tortillas on the grill for 30 seconds per side.
  8. In a large bowl, combine sour cream and lime juice. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  9. Assemble tacos by adding sliced brisket, coleslaw, corn salsa, and a dollop of sour cream sauce onto each tortilla.
  10. Serve immediately and enjoy the sensational flavors and aromas of your Ultimate BBQ Game Day Taco Feast!

Chef’s Insight

The key to perfect brisket is patience and consistent temperature control. Don't rush the cooking process!

Notes

Serve with a side of BBQ beans or potato salad for a complete meal.

Cultural or Historical Background

This recipe is inspired by Texas-style barbecue, a regional favorite with deep roots in American culinary history.