Today, I am excited to share with you my Texas Style Oven Brisket Recipe. If you’re a fan of smokey brisket but don’t have a smoker, this recipe is for you. With a zesty dry rub and slow roasting in the oven, you can still enjoy delicious brisket right at home. So gather your loved ones and get ready for a mouthwatering feast!
Beef Brisket: Perfect for Celebrations
Around the holidays, beef takes center stage on our dining tables. Its rich and sumptuous flavors are perfect for celebrating special occasions. Instead of cooking individual steaks, I prefer preparing a large cut of beef that can serve many people. It not only allows better control of the cooking process but also saves time and money. Beef brisket is the ideal choice for holiday gatherings.
Brisket is known for being a tougher cut of meat, but when slow-cooked and sliced thin, it becomes tender and burstingly flavorful.
Texas-Style Brisket: Smokey Delight
Texas is renowned for its classic brisket preparation, involving a dry rub spice blend and slow smoking in an outdoor wood smoker. While a slowly smoked brisket is the epitome of perfection, not all of us have access to a smoking cabinet. But worry not, we can still achieve a similar result using our trusty ovens.
The Best Oven Brisket Recipe
Now, let’s dive into my Texas Style Oven Brisket Recipe. We’ll start by dry rubbing a large flat-cut brisket with a blend of salt and spices. The dry rub includes sea salt, brown sugar, chili powder, paprika, dried mustard, garlic powder, onion powder, and dried thyme. Once the brisket is coated in this flavorful blend, we’ll place it on a rack in a roasting pan over a water bath mixed with liquid smoke.
Slow Roasting for Juicy Perfection
To ensure the brisket cooks to perfection, insert an oven-safe meat thermometer into the thickest part of the meat and cover the roasting pan tightly with foil. This allows the smoke-scented steam to circulate around the brisket, infusing it with incredible flavor. Slow roast it in the oven until the internal temperature reaches 175 degrees F. Then remove the foil and continue roasting until the internal temperature reaches 195-200 degrees F.
Remember, resist the temptation to raise the temperature for faster cooking time. Slow oven roasting allows the fats to gradually break down, resulting in a tender and juicy brisket.
Rest and Enjoy!
Once the brisket is cooked to perfection, take it out of the oven and let it rest for at least 30 minutes, allowing the juices to redistribute evenly. For even better results, let it rest longer, covering it loosely with foil to retain the heat. Finally, slice the brisket thinly across the grain and serve it warm. Enjoy it as-is, with your favorite sauce, or on rolls.
Frequently Asked Questions
How Long Does This Recipe Last In The Fridge?
Cooked brisket can last in an airtight container in the fridge for 3 to 4 days.
Is Brisket Dry Rub the same as Brisket Dry Brine?
Yes and no. If you rub the brisket with the spice rub and immediately place it in the oven, it’s just a brisket rub. The spices will flavor the exterior and penetrate a little into the meat. However, if you dry rub the brisket and let it sit in the refrigerator, this is considered a brisket dry brine. It allows the salt and seasonings to work their way down into the center of the beef. So if time allows, always dry rub the brisket several hours before baking.
What Should The Brisket Internal Temperature Be?
Because brisket is a tough cut of meat, it needs to reach a higher internal temperature before the fats start to break down and tenderize. To achieve that traditional brisket stretch in each slice, allow the brisket to reach 195 to 200 degrees F internally.
How Long Does It Take To Cook Brisket?
A general rule of thumb is to cook brisket for 60 minutes per pound at 250 degrees F. However, factors like your oven and where the meat thermometer is inserted can affect cooking time. So always check the internal temperature and make sure it reaches 195 degrees F before removing it from the oven.
Perfect for Sharing
This recipe is perfect for parties or to feed a large family. The mouthwatering aroma of smokey brisket will fill your house, creating a festive atmosphere. For more sharing options, you can try our Crock Pot Brisket Sandwiches recipe. Share your brisket success stories in the comments below, and don’t forget to print, pin, or download this recipe. It’s a keeper for sure!
More Dazzling Beef Dishes for the Holidays:
- Crockpot Bacon Wrapped Beef Tenderloin
- Oven Roasted Standing Rib Roast
- Slow Cooker Italian Beef Recipe
- Garlic Brown Butter Roasted Beef Tenderloin from The Stay at Home Chef
- Easy Smoked Meatloaf In The Oven from The Wooden Spoon Effect
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