Prep Time: approximately 8-10 hours.
1. Preheat smoker and add wood chips (follow your instruction manual).
2. Mix together the chili powder, the cayenne, the pepper, the garlic powder and the lemon juice to create a rub.
3.Clean and dry the brisket. Apply rub generously. Let stand for 1 – 2 hours, or over night wrapped in clear kitchen wrap.
4. Place brisket in smoker for 8-10 hours. Keep the smoker temperature at about 180 - 200 degrees.
5. Typically after 8-10 hours a piece of meat will have absorbed as much smoke as it can and additional smoking may impart a bitter flavor
To increase tenderness, take the brisket out of the smoker, wrap in aluminum foil, and place in oven at 180 - 200 degrees for ten more hours.
ENJOY!
Submitted by Chef Lee Bordelon
