Grilled Texas Country Brisket Sandwich with Pickled Onions

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-28 · Updated 2026-05-28

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A smoky grilled brisket sandwich inspired by Texas country flavors, topped with tangy pickled onions and creamy barbecue sauce. This American-inspired sandwich and wrap recipe, ready in about 100 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 550 calories and feeds 4, 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: 40 min Cook: 60 min Serves 4 American cuisine 550 cal/serving

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Ingredients

2 lbs beef brisket
2 tsp kosher salt
1 tsp black pepper
1 tsp paprika
1 tsp garlic powder
2 tbsp yellow mustard
1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
1 medium, thinly sliced red onion
1/2 cup barbecue sauce
4 soft sandwich rolls
1/4 cup mayonnaise
2 tbsp, softened butter

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Instructions

Step 1: Mix 2 tsp kosher salt, 1 tsp black pepper, 1 tsp paprika, and 1 tsp garlic powder in a bowl. Rub the 2 lbs beef brisket evenly with this spice mix and 2 tbsp yellow mustard. Let it rest at room temperature for 30 minutes.
Step 2: Meanwhile, place 1 medium thinly sliced red onion in a bowl and pour 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar over it. Let it pickle for at least 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Step 3: Preheat a grill to medium heat (about 350°F). Grill the brisket for 1 hour, turning every 15 minutes, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F and the edges develop a smoky crust.
Step 4: While brisket cooks, mix 1/2 cup barbecue sauce with 1/4 cup mayonnaise to create a creamy barbecue spread.
Step 5: Slice the 4 sandwich rolls horizontally and spread 1/2 tbsp softened butter on the cut sides. Toast the rolls on the grill for 2 minutes until golden.
Step 6: Slice the grilled brisket thinly against the grain. Assemble sandwiches by spreading 1 tbsp creamy barbecue sauce on each roll bottom, layering brisket slices, and topping with pickled onions. Close sandwiches and serve warm.