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Poor Man’s Burnt Ends

A budget-friendly twist on traditional burnt ends, made with flavorful brisket point or chuck roast, smoked to perfection and coated in a sweet and tangy sauce.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Beef
  • 3 pounds brisket point or chuck roast trimmed of excess fat
Rub
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon paprika
  • 1 tablespoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper optional for heat
Sauce
  • 1 cup barbecue sauce your favorite brand
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your smoker to 225°F (107°C).
  2. Mix all the rub ingredients in a bowl.
  3. Rub the mixture all over the brisket or chuck roast, ensuring an even coating.
Smoking
  1. Place the meat in the smoker and smoke for about 4 hours, or until it reaches an internal temperature of 190°F (88°C).
  2. Wrap the meat in aluminum foil and continue to cook for another hour.
Finishing
  1. Remove the meat from the smoker and let it rest for 30 minutes.
  2. Cut the meat into 1-inch cubes.
  3. Toss the cubes in a bowl with the barbecue sauce, honey, and apple cider vinegar.
  4. Return the sauced cubes to the smoker for an additional 30 minutes to caramelize.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 35gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gCalcium: 20mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Serve with pickles and sliced bread for a complete meal.

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