Brisket burnt ends are crazy tender, juicy, and mouth-watering bites of brisket point.
What Are Brisket Burnt Ends?
Brisket burnt ends are typically a slow-cooked brisket point that has been cubed, thrown into a pan with barbecue sauce and sometimes more seasoning or butter, and then smoked again until everything in the pan has had time to marinade together to form heavenly bites of sweet and savory bites of bbq perfection.
Why Is The Bark On Burnt Ends Important?
The brisket’s bark is what gives burnt ends their name. The bark on a smoked brisket is often a deep dark color that may appear burnt at first, but I assure you that’s not the case, as long as you don’t actually burn it that is.
Besides getting their name from the dark exterior of the bark, the burnt ends absolutely must have a bark when being made. The reason for this is that the bark provides two things.
- Provides the smoke taste from smoking the meat and all the flavors from the rub that was all over the brisket.
- Adds a pleasing texture to every bite.
Without the bark, the burnt ends would not be the succulent bite of bbq that everyone loves.
How Do You Make Brisket Burnt Ends?
As I mentioned earlier, brisket burnt ends come from the point of the brisket. The first way to smoke burnt ends is by leaving the point attached to the flat, seasoning the brisket, then smoke the brisket at 250 degrees (Check Out Smoking Brisket At 250 Degrees to see why I recommend this temp.), continue smoking to an internal temperature of 205, take the brisket out of the smoker, separate the point from the fat, and cube the brisket point into 1-1.5 inch cubes and place into a foil pan. Top the brisket burnt ends with your choice of bbq sauce and smoke for another 60 minutes. You should end up with a delicious and tender burnt end.
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If you want to season your point and flat differently than you will want to take a sharp boning knife and separate the point from the fat by following the deckle fat. You can either pre-slice into cubes or smoke the point whole. Smoke until 205 and repeat the process above.
Where To Buy Brisket Burnt Ends?
The two places I have personally bought burnt ends from are places like Sam’s Club or a restaurant that actually makes them in-house.
If you are looking for convenience and something tasty, the premade brisket burnt ends will do in a pinch. I will tell you though I don’t think they compare to freshly smoked brisket.
This is why finding a top-notch smokehouse is highly recommended if you truly want to experience the best-burnt ends. If you aren’t much of a cook this is your best option.
Even though I recommend buying brisket burnt ends from a smokehouse, I still think smoking your own burnt ends is the way to go, especially if you enjoy cooking. You can experiment and find what you like most and can make it anytime you want.
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What Do Brisket Burnt Ends Taste Like?
If I had to describe the taste of brisket burnt ends, I would have to describe burnt ends as a smokey rich cube that has a deep beefy flavor. The crispy bark of the burnt end wonderfully compliments the tender juicy meat inside. With the wonderful combinations of seasonings and sauces you can use to flavor your brisket burnt ends, it is no wonder burnt ends are a favorite among the masses.
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Can You Make Burnt Ends From More Than Brisket?
Even though they aren’t considered brisket burnt ends, there are certainly different types of burnt ends that can be made using chuck roast or pork belly. I am sure you could use other cuts of meat to make burnt ends but I would say these are the most common people make.
The chuck roast burnt end is also referred to as poor man’s burnt ends. These are another delicious style of burnt end. This can be a great substitute for brisket burnt ends as they are not as rich since chuck roasts are not as well marbled as the brisket version.
Pork Belly Burnt Ends are my 2nd favorite type of burnt end. The pork flavors go amazing with the sweeter sauces which I personally love. You will find that the pork belly burnt ends are the opposite of the poor man burnt ends as they are actually fattier and are just as or richer than brisket burnt ends.
Can You Make Brisket Burnt Ends In The Oven?
Yes, you can make burnt ends in the oven. Brisket burnt ends cooked in the oven will look and taste mostly like the ones made on a smoker, however, the one main thing the brisket will be missing being cooked in the oven is the smoke flavor.
Even though brisket burnt ends cooked in the oven won’t have the same depth of smoke flavor, they still turn out full of flavor and absolutely worth cooking. Just cook them the same way you do on the smoker and they will turn out great!
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- How To Trim A Brisket
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How To Store Leftover Brisket Burnt Ends?
If you plan to eat your brisket burnt ends relatively soon, I find the best way to store them is in a tight sealed Tupperware container. Your burnt ends should be good for about 3-5 days after storing them. If you don’t plan to eat your brisket burnt ends right away, vacuum seal your burnt ends and store them in the freezer. They should last a few months. Check on them every couple of weeks to make sure there is no freezer burn. If not I find them still edible.
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