Smoked Corned Beef
This smoked corned beef recipe results in undeniable flavor. After smoking, it will taste similar to pastrami, and your family will enjoy every bite.
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- Serves: 6 persons
Ingredients
- 1(3-pound) corned beef brisket (store bought or homemade)
- 2tablespoons whole peppercorns
- ½tablespoon coriander seeds
- ½tablespoon onion powder
- 1teaspoon dried thyme
- 1teaspoon paprika
- 1teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
Step 1
Gather the ingredients.Step 2
If there is still a membrane layer on the brisket, remove it. Also, remove any loose pieces and excess fat, leaving only some of the fat.Step 3
In a large pan or kettle, soak the corned beef brisket in water for 2 hours to remove any excess salt. Remove it from the water and pat it dry with paper towels.Step 4
Grind the peppercorns and coriander seeds. Add the onion powder, dried thyme, paprika, and garlic powder, and mix to produce the rub.Step 5
Rub the mixture on the corned beef brisket. Wrap it tightly in plastic wrap.Step 6
Refrigerate the wrapped corned beef overnight. Do not let it sit out at room temperature.Step 7
Set your smoker for 275 F. Unwrap the corned beef brisket and place it directly on the grill grate, fat-side up. Slow cook the corned beef brisket for about 1 1/2 hours per pound, uncovered. The internal meat temperature should be near 185 F or higher when it is done.Step 8
Once cooked, remove the corned beef brisket from the smoker and place it onto a large cutting board. Let the meat rest for 15 minutes.Step 9
Carve the corned beef brisket against the grain into thin slices. Serve and enjoy.