NUTRITION

SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS

7.5 oz beef brisket (trimmed)

1 tsp sea salt

1 tsp black pepper

1 tsp garlic powder

1 tsp onion powder

1 tsp smoked paprika

2 tbsp apple cider vinegar

2 tbsp sugar-free BBQ sauce

1 cup green beans

PREPARATION

• 1

  Trim the beef brisket of excess fat, leaving about a quarter-inch fat cap to ensure the meat remains moist during the long cook.

• 2

  In a small bowl, combine the sea salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and smoked paprika to create a dry rub.

• 3

  Apply the dry rub generously to all sides of the brisket, pressing it into the meat to ensure it adheres well.

• 4

  Preheat your smoker to 225°F using a clean-burning wood like oak or hickory.

• 5

  Place the brisket on the smoker and cook until the internal temperature reaches approximately 165°F.

• 6

  During the cook, spritz the meat every hour with apple cider vinegar to keep the exterior hydrated and help develop a deep bark.

• 7

  Once the brisket reaches 165°F, wrap it tightly in peach butcher paper and return it to the smoker.

• 8

  Continue cooking until the internal temperature reaches 203°F and the meat feels tender when probed with a thermometer.

• 9

  Remove the brisket from the smoker and allow it to rest in a room-temperature environment for at least 1 hour before slicing.

• 10

  While the meat is resting, steam the green beans for 4-5 minutes until they are vibrant and crisp-tender.

• 11

  Slice the brisket against the grain into thin slices and brush lightly with the sugar-free BBQ sauce before serving with the green beans.