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Perfect Bourbon-Glazed Beef Brisket Texas Style Recipe Easy and Delicious

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A tender, melt-in-your-mouth beef brisket glazed with a sticky bourbon sauce that balances sweetness and smoky Texas flavors for a comforting and crowd-pleasing meal.

Ingredients

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  • 4–5 pounds whole packer beef brisket, trimmed of excess fat but leaving a 1/4 inch fat cap
  • 1/2 cup bourbon
  • 1/3 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup ketchup
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Salt to taste
  • Black pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Instructions

  1. Pat the brisket dry with paper towels. Trim excess fat but leave about 1/4 inch fat cap for moisture. Season generously with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and smoked paprika on all sides. Let it rest at room temperature for 30 minutes.
  2. Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C). Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the brisket fat side down first, about 4-5 minutes per side until a rich brown crust forms. Transfer to a roasting pan.
  3. In a bowl, whisk together bourbon, brown sugar, ketchup, apple cider vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, and a pinch of salt and pepper until smooth and slightly thick.
  4. Brush half of the bourbon glaze over the brisket. Cover loosely with foil to keep moisture in. Roast for 2 hours, then baste with remaining glaze, uncover, and roast for another 1-2 hours until internal temperature reaches 195°F (90°C).
  5. Remove from oven and tent with foil. Let rest for 20 minutes to redistribute juices. Slice thinly against the grain and serve.

Notes

Do not skip searing to develop a rich crust that helps the glaze cling. Use a meat thermometer to ensure brisket reaches 195°F for tenderness. Resting the meat after cooking is essential for juicy slices. If glaze darkens too much, tent with foil to prevent burning. For a spicy twist, add cayenne or chipotle powder to the glaze. Slow cooker method can be used after searing for 8-10 hours on low.

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