How to Make Holly's Texas Brisket - A Step-by-Step Guide

When it comes to classic Texas barbecue, nothing beats a perfectly smoked and tender brisket. This recipe for Holly's Texas Brisket is a tried and true favorite that captures the essence of traditional Texas barbecue. The key to a great brisket lies in the slow and low cooking method, allowing the meat to become tender and juicy while developing a delicious smoky flavor.

For this recipe, you'll need a few simple ingredients, including a large brisket, a flavorful dry rub, and a good q...

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Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons chili powder
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon onion powder
  • 1 tablespoon ground black pepper
  • 2 teaspoons dry mustard
  • 14 pounds beef brisket

Information

  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Cook Time: 12 hrs
  • Total Time: 12 hrs 30 mins
  • Servings: 28
  • Yield: 28 servings

  • Preheat grill for medium-low heat or 270 degrees F (132 degrees C), and lightly oil the grate.
  • Whisk chili powder, brown sugar, salt, garlic powder, onion powder, ground black pepper, and dry mustard together in a small bowl to create the dry rub.
  • Pierce fatty side of the brisket with a knife about 50 times. Sprinkle 1/2 the dry rub generously over the lean side of the brisket. Turn meat over and sprinkle remaining 1/2 the dry rub over the fatty side, rubbing into the pierced fat.
  • Cook brisket, uncovered and fatty-side up, on the preheated grill for 4 hours. Transfer brisket to a roasting pan and cover pan tightly with aluminum foil.
  • Preheat oven to 270 degrees F (132 degrees C).
  • Cook in the preheated oven until meat is tender and pulls easily away from the side of the brisket, about 8 more hours. Let meat rest 30 minutes before slicing.
  • Nutrition

    391 cal.

    • Total Fat: 32g
    • Saturated Fat: 12g
    • Cholesterol: 93mg
    • Sodium: 316mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 2g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Total Sugars: 1g
    • Protein: 24g
    • Vitamin C: 1mg
    • Calcium: 13mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 250mg