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The 8 Best Traeger Brisket Recipes

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The 8 Best Traeger Brisket Recipes

Brisket is a popular cut of meat that comes from the lower part of the cow's breast and is often used in BBQs. When cooking brisket, Traeger has many delicious mouthwatering recipes. In this article, we will take a look at the 8 best Traeger brisket recipes that will impress your family and friends and leave them craving for more.

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BBQ beef brisket

Texas-Style Smoked Beef Brisket


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  • Author: Kay Keene
  • Total Time: 18 hours 30 minutes
  • Yield: 6 1x

Description

Any true Texan will appreciate this smoked brisket. It is infused with Butcher’s prime then sprayed with apple juice and rubbed with a coffee and prime rib mix, sprinkled with black pepper, then smoked over cherry wood.


Ingredients

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  • 2/3 cup Butcher BBQ prime brisket injection
  • 1 (12-15 lb) whole brisket
  • 2 tablespoons canola oil
  • 2 cups water
  • 1/2 cup Traeger prime rib rub
  • 1/2 cup Traeger coffee rub
  • 1 1/2 cups apple juice
  • 2 tablespoons freshly ground black pepper
  • Cherry pellets

Instructions

  1. First, trim the fat off and any brown areas and remove all silverskin. Next, make a long cut against the grain on the thin side of the brisket and a shortcut again on the flat to show the direction of cuts after cooking. Then trim the bottom fat cap to about ¼ inch thick.
  2. Then mix the Butcher BBQ prime brisket injection and water in a jug. Using a meat injector, inject the mixture into the brisket with the grain in a checkerboard pattern. Rub the whole brisket with canola oil and spray it with the apple juice. Allow it to sit for 30 minutes. Keep the rest of the injection mixture.
  3. Preheat the Traeger to 180℉ with the lid closed for 15 minutes. If available use super smoke for the best flavor.
  4. Next, mix the coffee and prime rib rubs together and season the brisket, then sprinkle with black pepper.
  5. Insert the probe into the thickest part and put the brisket directly on the grill gates fat-side down. Let it cook with the lid closed until the internal temperature reaches 150-160°F approximately 8-12 hours. After the first 3 hours spray with apple juice every 30-45 minutes.
  6. Remove from the grill and increase the temperature to 225°F.
  7. Using a double layer of tin foil wrap the brisket, leaving one end open, and pour the remaining injection mixture into the foil packet, then seal it closed. Re-insert the probe and return to the grill, cook for another 3-4 hours until the internal temperature reaches 204℉.
  8. Take the brisket off the grill and wrap it in a towel, then put it in an airtight cooler to rest for 2 hours.
  9. When ready to serve keep the remaining injector mixture and use it as gravy. Slice up the brisket and enjoy!
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 18 hours
  • Method: Grill
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Beef navel, raw beef brisket meat set,with ingredients for smoking making barbecue, pastrami, cure, on white stone background

Smoked Midnight Brisket


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  • Author: Kay Keene
  • Total Time: 12 hours 15 minutes
  • Yield: 6 1x

Description

For cooking the perfect brisket this recipe is 100% foolproof.  With a combination of slow and low cooking as well as a long braise in its juices, it is a perfect winner.


Ingredients

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  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 1 (4-6 lb) flat-cut brisket
  • BBQ sauce of your choice for serving
  • Brisket blend pellets

For the sauce

  • 1 teaspoon Traeger blackened Saskatchewan rub
  • 1 teaspoon Traeger chicken rub
  • 1 tablespoon Traeger beef rub
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce

Instructions

  1. To make the sauce whisk the Worcestershire sauce, blackened Saskatchewan, beef, and chicken rubs together in a bowl.
  2. Rub sauce over brisket.
  3. Preheat the Traeger to 180℉ with the lid closed. If available use super smoke.
  4. Next, insert the probe into the thickest part of the brisket. Put the brisket on the grill grates. With the lid closed cook for 5-7 hours until the internal temperature reaches 160℉.
  5. Take the brisket off the grill and increase the temperature to 225℉. Then wrap it in a double layer of tin foil, keeping one end open, then pour the beef broth in, and seal it closed.
  6. Re-insert the probe and put the brisket back on the grill. Cook for another 4-5 hours until the internal temperature reaches 204℉.
  7. Take the brisket off the grill and allow it to rest for 30 minutes in the foil. Unwrap, slice, and serve with your favorite BBQ sauce.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 hours
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smoked meat, burgers and hot dogs

BBQ Brisket Hot Dog


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  • Author: Kay Keene
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 4 1x

Description

There is something special about these hot dogs. Topped with brisket, onions, jalapeños, sweet and heat BBQ sauce, and cheddar cheese. These hotdogs are sure to be a hit at your next BBQ or sports event.


Ingredients

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  • 2 whole jalapeños, thinly sliced for serving
  • 1/2 cup grated cheddar cheese for serving
  • 6 hot dogs
  • 6 hot dog buns
  • 1 white onion finely chopped for serving
  • 1/2 pound cooked sliced brisket
  • Hickory pellets

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Traeger to 450°F with the lid closed for 15 minutes.
  2. Put the hot dogs on the grill grate and cook for 7-10 minutes with the lid closed, turn until lightly brown and warmed through.
  3. Next, wrap the brisket in tin foil with a little Traeger sweet and heat BBQ sauce. Put it on the grill next to the hot dogs and cook for 5-7 minutes until warmed through.
  4. Take the brisket and hot dogs off the grill, put the hotdog in the bun, and top with brisket, sweet and heat BBQ sauce, onions, cheddar cheese, and jalapeños.
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Method: Grill
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Smoked Brisket Pot Pie


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  • Author: Kay Keene
  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: 8 1x

Description

You'll quit eating chicken for good once you taste this juicy, smoked brisket with vegetables pie.


Ingredients

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  • 2 chopped carrots
  • 2 cups chopped brisket
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 medium onion chopped
  • 1/2 cup frozen peas
  • 1 minced garlic clove
  • 2 cups beef stock
  • 1 cup pearl onions, blanched and peeled
  • Cornstarch whisked with 1 tablespoon of water
  • Kosher salt to taste
  • Ground black pepper to taste
  • 1 egg
  • 1 sheet frozen puff pastry
  • Mesquite pellets

Instructions

  1. Over medium heat melt the butter. Add carrots and sauté until lightly browned for about 10-15 minutes.
  2. Next, add the onion and cook until translucent for about 5-7 minutes then add garlic and cook for a further 30 seconds.
  3. Then add the brisket, pearl onions, and peas and stir. Next, add the beef stock and simmer cooking until the liquid is reduced and thick if it doesn’t thicken add the cornstarch. Season with salt and pepper.
  4. Next, preheat the Traeger with the lid closed for 15 minutes to 350℉. Put the filling in an ovenproof baking dish and lay the pastry over the filling, cut a few slits on top. Beat the egg and brush on top.
  5. Put the baking dish on the grill grate, close the lid, and bake for about 45 minutes until the top is lightly brown and the filling is bubbling.
  6. Remove the pan and allow to stand for 10 minutes before serving.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 45 minutes
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Corned Beef Hash with a Broken Fried Egg and Black Pepper

Breakfast Brisket Hash Recipe


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  • Author: Kay Keene
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 1x

Description

Have a St. Patrick’s Day hangover? Enjoy this savory Irish breakfast loaded with protein and forget about all the beer you drank the night before.


Ingredients

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  • 3 eggs
  • 2 cups cooked hash-brown potatoes
  • 1/2 cup onion chopped
  • 3 tablespoons oil
  • 1/2 cup chopped green pepper
  • 1/2 cup chopped red pepper
  • Salt and pepper
  • 2 cups cooked and shredded brisket
  • 1 clove minced garlic
  • Mesquite pellets

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Traeger for 10-15 minutes to 450℉ with a cast-iron skillet on the grill.
  2. Sauté the onion, and peppers in oil until translucent then add the garlic and cook for 3 more minutes.
  3. Next, add the brisket, potatoes, and eggs. Cook for about 10 minutes until the brisket is heated through. Sprinkle with salt and pepper, serve, and enjoy
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Method: Grill
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brisket bun burger sandwich angus

BBQ Brisket Sandwich With Special Sauce


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  • Author: Kay Keene
  • Total Time: 8 hours 30 minutes
  • Yield: 8 1x

Description

This mouthwatering delicious brisket sandwich is cooked to perfection and added to a toasted bun with lettuce and a delectable sauce.


Ingredients

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  • To taste Traeger prime rib or beef rub
  • 1 (6-8 lb) brisket trimmed
  • 1/4 cup yellow mustard
  • 1/2 cup Traegar BBQ sauce
  • 1/2 cup ketchup
  • 3/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup chopped pickles
  • 10 large brioche buns halved
  • Shredded lettuce, for serving
  • Sliced pickle, for serving
  • Hickory pellets

Instructions

  1. First, season the brisket with Traeger prime rib or beef rub, then wrap it in plastic wrap and put it in the fridge for 12-24 hours.
  2. Next, preheat the Traeger to 180℉ for 15 minutes with the lid closed.
  3. Insert the probe into the thickest part of the brisket, then place it on the grill grates, close the lid, and smoke it for 4 hours.
  4. Then turn the temperature up to 250℉ and cook until the internal temperature hits 160℉. Next, remove it from the grill and wrap it in tin foil.
  5. Put the brisket back on the grill and reinsert the probe. Cook until the internal temperature reaches 204℉ with the lid closed.
  6. Take the brisket off the grill and allow it to rest for 30 minutes. In the meantime, make the sauce, mix the ketchup, Traeger BBQ sauce, mustard mayonnaise, and pickles together.
  7. Unwrap and slice the brisket against the grain. Spread the sauce over the brioche buns then top with lettuce, brisket, and pickles. If you are a cheese lover, feel free to add some grated cheese.
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 8 hours
  • Method: Grill
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Smoked Corned Beef Brisket


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  • Author: Kay Keene
  • Total Time: 5 hours 15 minutes
  • Yield: 4 1x

Description

Using only three ingredients you can create a perfectly soaked corned beef brisket that the whole family will enjoy and the leftovers can be used to make a yummy breakfast.


Ingredients

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  • 1/4 cup Dijon mustard
  • 3 lb corned beef brisket flat, fat cap 1/4 inch thick
  • 1 bottle of Trager Apricot BBQ sauce
  • Cherry pellets

Instructions

  1. Soak the corned beef in water for eight hours, make sure that you change the water every two hours.
  2. Next, preheat your Traeger to 275℉ for 15 minutes with the lid closed.
  3. Put the brisket on the grill with the fat side up and insert the probe into the thickest part. Cook for two hours with the lid closed.
  4. While you wait, mix the Dijon mustard and Traeger apricot BBQ sauce in a bowl.
  5. Using an aluminum foil pan pour half of the sauce in. Then move the brisket to the pan and spread the rest of the sauce over the top. Cover with tin foil.
  6. Put the brisket back on the grill, re-insert the probe, and cook for 2-3 hours until the internal temperature reaches 203°F.
  7. Take the brisket off the grill and allow it to rest for 15-20 minutes. Next, slice it against the grain and serve it with your favorite side dishes.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 hours
  • Method: Grill
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Homemade pizza on peel with ingredients

BBQ Brisket Pizza


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  • Author: Kay Keene
  • Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
  • Yield: 6 1x

Description

Brisket on pizza? This delicious pizza is topped with chunks of beefy brisket, red onion, tomato, jalapeños, sweet and heat BBQ sauce, and melted cheese, garnished with fresh cilantro and baked in your Traeger using pecan pellets.


Ingredients

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  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1 1/2 cups warm water
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 4 cups of four
  • Cornmeal as needed
  • 2 packets of active dry yeast
  • 1 cup Traeger sweet and heat BBQ sauce
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1 pound of leftover brisket chopped
  • 1/2 red onion chopped
  • 1/2 cup grated mozzarella cheese
  • 3 diced tomatoes
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
  • Ranch dressing
  • 2 chopped jalapeños
  • Traeger Prime Rib rub
  • Pecan pellets

Instructions

  1. When making the dough pour warm water in a bowl, add yeast, and stir. Allow it to sit for 5 minutes until it starts to foam. Add salt, oil, and sugar, then add the flour and combine until it forms a dough ball.
  2. Place the dough in a large bowl brushed with olive oil to prevent it from sticking. Then cover the bowl and allow it to rise until doubled in size for about an hour.
  3. Once the dough has risen turn it out on a lightly floured surface and knead it 4-5 times. Allow it to rest for 15 minutes.
  4. Next, cut the dough in half and roll it out ¼ inch in thickness onto 2 greased baking trays sprinkled with cornmeal.
  5. Base each round of dough with Traeger sweet and heat BBQ sauce.
  6. Then add cheese to each pizza and top with chopped brisket, red onion, jalapeños and tomato. Sprinkle a layer of prime rib spice.
  7. Next, preheat the Traeger on high with the lid closed for 15 minutes.
  8. A pizza peel is the best tool to use to slide the pizza onto the grill grate. Bake for 15-25 minutes.
  9. Remove the pizza and allow to rest for 5 minutes sprinkle with cilantro, slice, and serve.
  • Prep Time: 1 hour
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Method: Grill

Conclusion: The 8 Best Traeger Brisket Recipes

When it comes to cooking brisket and using your Traeger grill, any of these 8 best Traeger brisket recipes are sure to impress your family and friends. Whether you’re a Traeger BBQ master or just starting out these easy mouthwatering recipes will be a hit. It is best to experiment with rubs, sauces, and smoking times to find the perfect combination. Each Traeger grill is different so finding the perfect balance is essential. Traeger grills are amazing and versatile allowing you to cook, bake, fry, and grill. Remember to use a pizza peel when removing the pizza off of the grid, Have fun experimenting with your Traeger, and enjoy creating new delicious meals.

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