Low FODMAP Herb-Rubbed Texas-Style Smoked Brisket
Slow-smoked brisket is one of those dishes that feels almost mythical — the kind of thing you smell from down the street and immediately start hoping you're invited. What makes this version especially satisfying is how naturally it fits a low-FODMAP approach without any compromise on flavor. The rub is built from salt, coarsely ground black pepper, smoked paprika, and mustard powder, and garlic-infused oil delivers that deep, savory backbone without any of the fructan load that comes from actual garlic cloves. A simple apple cider vinegar and water spritz keeps the bark moist and builds that gorgeous mahogany crust over hours of oak or hickory smoke. The two-stage cook — unwrapped until 165°F, then wrapped in butcher paper until the probe slides in like soft butter — is what separates a truly great brisket from a merely good one. That long rest before slicing is non-negotiable, letting the juices redistribute so every pencil-thick slice is tender and glistening. With 10 servings from a single packer brisket, this is the centerpiece for a crowd that nobody will believe is anything other than pure, unapologetic Texas barbecue.
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10 servings
For the brisket
- 1 whole packer brisket (12–14 lb), fat cap trimmed to ¼ inch
For the rub
- 3 tbsp coarse kosher salt
- 3 tbsp coarsely ground black pepper
- 1 tbsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp mustard powder
- 1 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
- 2 tbsp garlic-infused oil
For the spritz
- 1 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1 cup water
Instructions
- 1
Remove the brisket from the refrigerator 45–60 minutes before smoking to take the chill off. In a small bowl, stir together the kosher salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, mustard powder, and cayenne (if using). Brush the garlic-infused oil evenly over all surfaces of the brisket, then coat generously and evenly with the spice rub, pressing it in with your hands.
- 2
Prepare your smoker to run at 225–250°F (107–121°C) using oak, hickory, or a combination of both. Fill the water pan if your smoker has one.
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