Applewood-Smoked Brisket with Horseradish Glaze

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Slow-smoked beef brisket with a tangy horseradish glaze for a rich, complex flavor perfect for weekend gatherings. This american-inspired beef ready in about 525 minutes pairs beef brisket, kosher salt, black pepper for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 650 calories and feeds 8, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 45 min Cook: 480 min Serves 8 American cuisine 650 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat smoker to 225°F. Rub 5 lb beef brisket evenly with 2 tbsp kosher salt, 1 tbsp black pepper, and 1 tbsp paprika. Let sit at room temperature for 30 minutes.
  2. Step 2: Place brisket on smoker grate, fat side up, and smoke with 1 cup applewood chips for 6 hours until internal temperature reaches 160°F.
  3. Step 3: Mix 1/2 cup fresh horseradish, 1/4 cup honey, 2 tbsp Dijon mustard, and 1 tbsp olive oil in a bowl until smooth.
  4. Step 4: Wrap brisket tightly in butcher paper and return to smoker for 2 more hours until internal temperature reaches 200°F.
  5. Step 5: Remove from smoker, tent loosely with foil, and rest for 30 minutes. Slice against the grain and brush generously with horseradish glaze.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Applewood-Smoked Brisket with Horseradish Glaze take to make?

Total time is about 525 minutes (45 min prep + 480 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Applewood-Smoked Brisket with Horseradish Glaze?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep beef brisket from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Applewood-Smoked Brisket with Horseradish Glaze?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Applewood-Smoked Brisket with Horseradish Glaze for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 8 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 8). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Applewood-Smoked Brisket with Horseradish Glaze?

American beef like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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