Brisket Sandwiche
Transform smoked brisket into the ultimate sandwich experience with this Texas-inspired recipe. Featuring tender, smoky meat on toasted brioche, topped with tangy pickles and onions, every bite delivers authentic BBQ flavor.
Prep Time 30 minutes mins
Cook Time 13 hours hrs
Total Time 13 hours hrs 30 minutes mins
Course Main Dish
Cuisine American, BBQ, Southern American
For the Brisket:
- 12-14 lb whole beef brisket choice grade or higher
- 1/4 cup coarse kosher salt
- 1/4 cup coarse black pepper
- 2 tablespoons garlic powder optional
- Oak or hickory wood for smoking
For the Sandwich:
- 8-10 brioche buns
- 1 large red onion thinly sliced
- 2 cups dill pickle chips
- 1 cup BBQ sauce
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter melted (for toasting buns)
Preparing the Brisket:
Trim excess fat from brisket, leaving about 1/4 inch fat cap
Combine salt and pepper to create rub
Apply rub generously to all sides of brisket
Let rest at room temperature for 1 hour
Smoking:
Preheat smoker to 225°F
Place brisket fat side up
Smoke until internal temperature reaches 165°F (about 6-8 hours)
Wrap in butcher paper
Continue smoking until internal temperature reaches 195-205°F (about 4-6 more hours)
Rest wrapped meat for minimum 1 hour
Assembly:
Butter and toast brioche buns
Slice brisket against the grain, 1/4 inch thick
Layer bottom bun with BBQ sauce
Add 6-8 oz sliced brisket
Top with pickles and onions
Add additional sauce if desired
Close sandwich with top bun
- Choose a well-marbled brisket with good flexibility
- Maintain consistent smoker temperature
- Spray brisket with beef broth every 2 hours for moisture
- Let meat rest fully before slicing
- Serve immediately while bun is still warm
Keyword Brioche bun sandwich, Homemade BBQ sauce, Smoked beef brisket, Tender brisket recipe, Texas BBQ sandwich