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Savory Smoked BBQ Brisket Sliders Recipe with Tangy Apple Slaw

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These savory smoked BBQ brisket sliders with tangy apple slaw combine smoky, tender brisket with a crisp, fresh apple slaw for a crowd-pleasing, flavorful slider perfect for casual gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 5-pound beef brisket, trimmed (flat cut preferred)
  • 2 tablespoons smoked paprika
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 2 teaspoons kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar (for spritzing)
  • 2 cups green cabbage, finely shredded
  • 1 cup Granny Smith apples, julienned
  • 1/2 cup carrots, grated
  • 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise (full-fat)
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Slider buns, soft and small (e.g., King’s Hawaiian)
  • Pickles (optional)

Instructions

  1. Trim excess fat off the brisket, leaving about 1/4 inch for moisture.
  2. In a small bowl, mix smoked paprika, brown sugar, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne, salt, and pepper.
  3. Rub the spice mixture generously all over the brisket, pressing it into the meat. Let it sit at room temperature for 30 minutes.
  4. Preheat smoker to 225°F (107°C) using hickory or oak wood.
  5. Place brisket fat side up on the grate and smoke for about 6 hours, spritzing every hour with apple cider vinegar.
  6. When internal temperature reaches about 165°F (74°C), wrap brisket tightly in foil or butcher paper.
  7. Continue smoking until internal temperature reaches 200°F (93°C), about 2-3 more hours.
  8. Remove brisket from smoker and let rest, wrapped, for at least 1 hour.
  9. Prepare the tangy apple slaw by combining shredded cabbage, julienned apples, grated carrots, and sliced red onion in a large bowl.
  10. In a separate bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, honey, salt, and pepper.
  11. Pour dressing over the slaw and toss gently to coat. Chill until ready to serve.
  12. Slice the brisket thinly against the grain.
  13. Lightly toast slider buns, then assemble sliders with sliced brisket, a generous scoop of apple slaw, and pickles if desired.
  14. Serve immediately.

Notes

Use a meat thermometer to monitor internal temperature closely. Wrap brisket at the stall (~165°F) to keep it moist and tender. Add apples to slaw just before serving for extra crispness. For gluten-free, use gluten-free buns or lettuce wraps. Toast buns on grill for extra smoky flavor.

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