Description
This electric smoker brisket recipe is a foolproof way to enjoy tender, juicy, halal-certified beef that’s slow-cooked with bold spices. Ideal for backyard gatherings or cozy dinners, this smoked brisket delivers rich, savory flavor with minimal effort.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 whole beef brisket (4–5 lbs), halal-certified
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons smoked paprika
1 tablespoon black pepper
2 tablespoons sea salt
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon onion powder
1 tablespoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 cup fruit juice (pomegranate or grape) for spritzing
butcher paper for wrapping
Instructions
- Trim the brisket, leaving a thin layer of fat on top for moisture
- Rub olive oil all over the brisket to help the seasoning stick
- In a bowl, combine paprika, salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, chili, and oregano
- Apply the spice rub generously to all sides of the brisket
- Preheat your electric smoker to 225°F using hickory or applewood chips
- Place the brisket fat-side up in the smoker and close the lid
- Smoke for about 5 hours, spritzing every hour with fruit juice to retain moisture
- Once internal temperature reaches 165°F, wrap the brisket in butcher paper and return to the smoker
- Continue smoking until the brisket reaches an internal temp of 200°F to 205°F
- Remove and let it rest, wrapped, for 1 hour before slicing against the grain
- This electric smoker brisket recipe yields incredibly tender results using halal ingredients and smoke-enhancing techniques
Notes
- If you can’t find pomegranate juice, use diluted grape juice as a spritz substitute
- For a stronger bark, avoid wrapping and cook the brisket entirely uncovered
- You can use boneless beef shoulder as a secondary cut if brisket isn’t available
- Smoked paprika adds depth—don’t skip it if you want that signature smoky flavor
- Letting the brisket rest is critical for juiciness; do not slice immediately
- Try adding cinnamon to your rub for a warm, aromatic twist
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 hours
- Category: Everyday Comforts
- Method: Smoking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6 oz
- Calories: 420 Kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 115mg
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