Smoked Brisket Cheesesteaks 🥩🧀🔥
Take your cheesesteak game to the next level with these Smoked Brisket Cheesesteaks—a smoky, cheesy, flavor-packed sandwich that’s perfect for any occasion. Juicy smoked brisket, gooey melted cheese, and caramelized onions and jalapeños all piled onto a toasted hoagie bun—it’s a guaranteed crowd-pleaser!
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🛒 Ingredients:
For the Brisket:
✔️ 1 whole brisket (12-14 lbs)
✔️ Mustard or hot sauce (as a binder)
✔️ Heavy pepper rub
For the Vegetables:
✔️ 2 large onions, sliced
✔️ 4-6 jalapeños, sliced
✔️ Butter
✔️ Salt & pepper
For the Cheesesteaks:
✔️ Your favorite BBQ sauce
✔️ Shredded Jack and Gouda cheese
✔️ Hoagie buns
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📌 Instructions:
1️⃣ Prep & Season the Brisket
• Trim the brisket, removing excess fat and leaving about ¼-inch of fat cap for moisture retention.
• Coat the brisket with mustard or hot sauce to act as a binder.
• Generously season with a heavy pepper rub, ensuring an even coating.
• Let the brisket sit in the refrigerator for a few hours to allow the flavors to meld.
2️⃣ Smoke the Brisket
• Preheat your smoker to 220°F.
• Place the brisket in the smoker with a drip pan underneath to catch flavorful drippings.
• Smoke for about 10 hours, or until it reaches an internal temperature of 165-170°F.
3️⃣ Rest the Brisket
• Remove the brisket from the smoker and wrap it in foil or butcher paper.
• Let it rest in a cooler for 2 hours to allow the juices to redistribute.
4️⃣ Sauté the Vegetables
• While the brisket is resting, slice the onions and jalapeños.
• Heat a griddle over medium heat and add butter.
• Sauté the onions and jalapeños, seasoning with salt and pepper, until they are soft and caramelized.
• Move them to a cooler part of the griddle to keep warm.
5️⃣ Slice the Brisket
• After resting, unwrap the brisket and focus on slicing from the point (the fattier section for maximum flavor).
• Cut thin slices against the grain for the most tender bites.
6️⃣ Crisp the Brisket on the Griddle
• Heat the griddle to medium-high and place the sliced brisket on it.
• Cook until the edges are crispy and the fat is well-rendered for extra texture and flavor.
7️⃣ Combine Everything
• Add the caramelized onions and jalapeños back to the griddle with the brisket.
• Pour in your favorite BBQ sauce and mix everything together.
• Sprinkle shredded Jack and Gouda cheese over the mixture and stir until melted.
8️⃣ Toast the Hoagie Buns
• Toast the hoagie buns on the griddle until lightly golden and crisp.
• This adds texture and prevents sogginess from the juicy brisket mixture.
9️⃣ Assemble & Serve
• Scoop the cheesy brisket mixture into the toasted buns.
• Serve immediately and enjoy these ooey-gooey, smoky, and flavorful brisket cheesesteaks!
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💡 Pro Tips & Variations:
🔥 Make-Ahead Option: Smoke the brisket a day before, then reheat and crisp on the griddle for easy prep.
🔥 Cheese Options: Try provolone, pepper jack, or smoked cheddar for different flavors.
🔥 Extra Kick: Add banana peppers, spicy mayo, or a drizzle of hot honey for even more flavor!
🔥 Leftover Idea: Use any extra brisket for nachos, tacos, or loaded baked potatoes.
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These Smoked Brisket Cheesesteaks are rich, smoky, cheesy, and unbelievably satisfying—perfect for game day, cookouts, or just treating yourself to something special.
Who’s ready to sink their teeth into one of these bad boys? 🤤🔥🥪