Grilled Big Green Egg Smoked Brisket with Campfire BBQ Sauce
Slow-smoked beef brisket seasoned with a smoky rub and finished with a rich campfire BBQ sauce, perfect for outdoor grilling enthusiasts. This american-inspired bbq & smoked ready in about 500 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 450 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.
Ingredients
- 4 lbs beef brisket
- 2 tbsp kosher salt
- 1 tbsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp smoked paprika
- 1 tbsp garlic powder
- 1 tbsp onion powder
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1/2 cup ketchup
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tbsp yellow mustard
- 1 tsp liquid smoke
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Step 1: Combine 2 tbsp kosher salt, 1 tbsp black pepper, 2 tbsp smoked paprika, 1 tbsp garlic powder, 1 tbsp onion powder, and 2 tbsp brown sugar in a bowl to create a dry rub. Rub evenly over the entire 4 lbs beef brisket, pressing it into the meat to coat well.
- Step 2: Preheat your Big Green Egg smoker or any outdoor smoker to 225°F. Place the brisket fat side up on the grill grate, close the lid, and smoke for about 6-8 hours until internal temperature reaches 195°F, checking every hour to maintain temperature.
- Step 3: While the brisket smokes, whisk together 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar, 1/2 cup ketchup, 2 tbsp honey, 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce, 1 tbsp yellow mustard, and 1 tsp liquid smoke in a saucepan. Bring to a simmer over medium heat and cook for 10 minutes until thickened and fragrant, stirring occasionally.
- Step 4: After smoking, remove the brisket and let it rest for 30 minutes covered loosely with foil. Slice against the grain into 1/4-inch thick slices and brush with the warm campfire BBQ sauce before serving.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Grilled Big Green Egg Smoked Brisket with Campfire BBQ Sauce take to make?
Total time is about 500 minutes (20 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 Grilled Big Green Egg Smoked Brisket with Campfire BBQ Sauce?
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 Grilled Big Green Egg Smoked Brisket with Campfire BBQ Sauce?
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 Grilled Big Green Egg Smoked Brisket with Campfire BBQ Sauce 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 Grilled Big Green Egg Smoked Brisket with Campfire BBQ Sauce?
American bbq & smoked 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.
