: An easy recipe that's big on flavor
Ingredients:
- 2 pounds brisket trimmings
- 2 Tablespoons Bald Buck Seasoning (or equal parts pepper and garlic powder)
- 6 slices sharp cheddar cheese
- 6 burger buns
- 1 yellow or red onion, sliced
- ¼ cup pickled jalapenos
- ½ cup BBQ Sauce
- Burger toppings (lettuce, tomato, pickles, mayo, etc.)
Instructions:
- Grind the Brisket Trimmings: Grind the brisket trimmings in a meat grinder. Run them through the larger grind first, and then a second time through the smaller grinder. Form your burgers into 6 equal-sized patties (about ⅓ pound each). If you don't have a meat grinder, you can ask your local butcher to grind the meat for you.
- Preheat the Smoker: Preheat your smoker to 225 degrees F using your favorite hardwood for brisket. I prefer a mix of oak and cherry.
- Season the Patties: Season the beef patties on both sides with Bald Buck Seasoning.
- Smoke the Patties: Place the seasoned brisket patties on the grill grates of your preheated smoker. Close the lid and smoke for approximately 1 hour or until the burger's internal temperature reads 135 degrees F.
- Add Cheese: Top each ground brisket patty with a slice of sharp cheddar cheese, close the lid, and continue smoking until the meat reaches your desired internal doneness and the cheese is melted.
- Assemble Your Burgers: Toast the buns, if desired, and place the brisket burger on the bottom bun. Top with sliced onions, pickled jalapenos, BBQ Sauce, any other toppings you like, and the top toasted bun. Enjoy!
