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Flavorful Smoked Brisket Sliders Recipe with Easy Creamy Chipotle Mayo

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Tender, smoky smoked brisket sliders paired with a creamy, spicy chipotle mayo make for a crowd-pleasing and flavorful dish perfect for any casual gathering.

Ingredients

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  • 5 pounds beef brisket, trimmed of excess fat
  • 2 tablespoons kosher salt
  • 1 tablespoon black pepper, freshly ground
  • 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder (optional)
  • 1/2 cup beef broth or apple juice
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1–2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon adobo sauce
  • 1 teaspoon fresh lime juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt to taste
  • 12 slider buns, lightly toasted
  • Pickled red onions (optional)
  • Fresh cilantro leaves (optional)

Instructions

  1. Trim excess fat from the brisket, leaving about 1/4 inch for flavor. Mix kosher salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and chili powder in a bowl. Rub the spice mix evenly on all sides of the brisket.
  2. Preheat the smoker to 225°F (107°C). Add wood chips like hickory or oak for smoky flavor. If using a gas grill, set it up for indirect cooking and place soaked wood chips in a smoker box.
  3. Place the brisket fat side up on the smoker grate. Insert a meat thermometer in the thickest part. Smoke until the internal temperature reaches about 165°F (74°C), spritzing or mopping every hour with beef broth or apple juice to keep moist.
  4. Wrap the brisket tightly in foil or butcher paper and return it to the smoker. Continue cooking until the internal temperature reaches 203°F (95°C) and the meat is tender.
  5. Let the wrapped brisket rest in a cooler or warm place for at least 1 hour to redistribute juices.
  6. In a bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, finely chopped chipotle peppers, adobo sauce, lime juice, garlic powder, and salt. Adjust heat or lime juice as needed.
  7. Slice the brisket thinly against the grain. Spread chipotle mayo on the bottom half of each slider bun. Layer with brisket slices, pickled red onions, and cilantro leaves if using. Top with the bun and serve immediately.

Notes

Keep smoker temperature steady at 225°F. Spritz brisket every hour to maintain moisture. Rest brisket for at least 1 hour before slicing. Mayo can be made ahead to meld flavors. For gluten-free, use gluten-free buns or lettuce wraps. For dairy-free, use vegan mayo alternative.

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