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Kansas City Burnt Ends
Indulge in the smoky, sweet, and savory delight of Kansas City Burnt Ends. These tender, caramelized cubes of brisket point are a barbecue lover's dream, embodying the rich traditions of Kansas City-style barbecue. Originating from the practice of utilizing every part of the brisket, burnt ends transform the often overlooked point cut into a celebrated dish, bursting with flavor and perfect for sharing at any gathering.
Ingredients
- 5-7 pounds Beef brisket (point cut)
- 1/2 cup BBQ rub
- 1/4 cup Honey
- 1/4 cup Brown sugar
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 1 cup BBQ sauce
Dietary Notes
- Servings: 6-8
- Dish Type: Main Course
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 hours
- Calories: 450
- Fat: 30g
- Carbs: 20g
- Protein: 30g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Sugar: 15g
Instructions
- Preheat your smoker to 225°F (107°C) and prepare it for indirect cooking.
- Trim excess fat from the brisket, leaving about 1/4 inch for flavor, then apply a generous amount of BBQ rub all over the meat, ensuring an even coating.
- Place the brisket on the smoker with the fat side facing up. Smoke the brisket until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C), which should take about 6-8 hours.
- Once the brisket reaches 165°F, wrap it tightly in aluminum foil to retain moisture and continue cooking until the internal temperature reaches 195°F (90°C), approximately 2-3 more hours.
- Remove the brisket from the smoker and let it rest for at least 30 minutes, allowing the juices to redistribute.
- Cut the point half of the brisket into 1-inch cubes, making sure to have a good amount of bark on each piece.
- In a large foil pan, toss the brisket cubes with BBQ sauce, brown sugar, honey, and diced unsalted butter, ensuring each piece is well coated.
- Return the foil pan to the smoker and cook for another 2 hours, stirring occasionally, until the sauce becomes thick and caramelized.
- Serve the burnt ends hot, garnished with chopped parsley if desired, and provide extra BBQ sauce on the side for dipping.
Tips
- For an extra kick, add a tablespoon of your favorite hot sauce to the BBQ sauce mixture.
- Feel free to experiment with different types of BBQ rubs to customize the flavor profile to your liking.
- If you don't have a smoker, you can achieve similar results using a grill set up for indirect heat.