Description
BBQ Brisket Melts are a tantalizing treat that combines tender, smoky brisket with gooey melted cheese, all encased in crispy sourdough bread. Ideal for game days, casual gatherings, or hearty family dinners, these sandwiches elevate the classic melt experience. The rich flavors and delightful textures make BBQ Brisket Melts a standout choice for any occasion. Customize them with your favorite toppings like jalapeños or BBQ sauce to make them uniquely yours. This recipe is not only easy to prepare but also offers a make-ahead option for convenience. Get ready to impress your guests with this crowd-pleaser!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 brisket
- Mustard (for binding)
- Pepper-forward brisket rub
- Hickory wood pellets (for smoking)
- Sourdough bread
- Colby jack cheese
- Provolone cheese
- Fried crispy onions
- Unsalted butter
Instructions
- Trim excess fat from the brisket and apply mustard as a binder. Season generously with the pepper-forward rub and refrigerate for 1-2 hours.
- Preheat your pellet smoker to 210°F and smoke the brisket using hickory pellets for 9-10 hours until it reaches an internal temperature of 165-170°F.
- Wrap the smoked brisket in butcher paper with apple cider vinegar and beef tallow, increase the smoker temperature to 250°F, and continue smoking until it reaches 204-206°F.
- Let the brisket rest for 2-3 hours before slicing.
- In a skillet, sauté diced onions in avocado oil and unsalted butter over medium heat until caramelized.
- Assemble your melts by layering fried onions, sliced brisket, cheeses, and BBQ sauce between slices of toasted sourdough bread.
- Heat a cast iron skillet over medium heat and toast the assembled sandwiches until golden brown on both sides.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 100mg