Description
BBQ Brisket Melts are a mouthwatering fusion of smoky, tender brisket, melted cheese, and crispy bread that brings comfort food to new heights. This recipe is perfect for gatherings or game day, offering a satisfying bite that will keep everyone coming back for more. With straightforward preparation steps, even novice cooks can whip up these delightful sandwiches. The rich flavors of hickory-smoked brisket combined with gooey cheese and your favorite BBQ sauce make each melt an unforgettable treat. So whether you’re hosting a party or enjoying a cozy night in, BBQ Brisket Melts will surely impress.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 brisket
- Mustard (for binder)
- Pepper-forward brisket rub
- Hickory pellets (for smoking)
- 2 whole onions
- Avocado oil
- Kosher salt
- Unsalted butter
- Sourdough bread
- Colby jack cheese
- Provolone cheese
- Fried crispy onions
- BBQ sauce
Instructions
- Prepare the brisket by trimming fat and applying mustard as a binder. Season with brisket rub and refrigerate for 1-2 hours.
- Smoke the brisket on a pellet smoker at 210°F until it reaches an internal temperature of 165-170°F (9-10 hours). Wrap in butcher paper with apple cider vinegar and beef tallow, then continue smoking at 250°F until internal temp hits 204-206°F.
- Rest the brisket wrapped in butcher paper for 2-3 hours.
- Sauté diced onions in avocado oil with kosher salt and butter until caramelized.
- Assemble melts using sourdough bread, fried onions, sliced brisket, caramelized onions, cheeses, and BBQ sauce.
- Toast the sandwiches in a cast iron skillet with butter over medium heat until golden brown and cheese melts.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 hours (including smoking)
- Category: Main
- Method: Smoking/Tosting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich (200g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 95mg