Slow-Smoked Beef Brisket with Coffee and Chili Rub

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Rich, tender beef brisket smoked slowly with a bold coffee and chili spice rub for deep smoky flavor and a spicy kick. This american-inspired beef ready in about 620 minutes pairs beef brisket, ground coffee, chili powder for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 600 calories and feeds 10, 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: 20 min Cook: 600 min Serves 10 American cuisine 600 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a small bowl, combine 2 tbsp ground coffee, 1 tbsp chili powder, 1 tbsp brown sugar, 2 tbsp kosher salt, 1 tbsp black pepper, 1 tsp garlic powder, and 1 tsp onion powder to create a dry rub.
  2. Step 2: Pat dry the 5 lb beef brisket with paper towels and rub the spice mixture evenly over all sides, pressing it into the meat.
  3. Step 3: Preheat your smoker to 225°F and add 3 large hickory wood chunks for smoke.
  4. Step 4: Place the brisket fat side up on the smoker grate and smoke for 8-10 hours, spritzing every hour with 1 cup beef broth to keep it moist.
  5. Step 5: The brisket is done when it reaches an internal temperature of 205°F and is tender to the touch. Remove from the smoker and wrap it tightly in foil. Let it rest for 1 hour before slicing against the grain to serve.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Slow-Smoked Beef Brisket with Coffee and Chili Rub take to make?

Total time is about 620 minutes (20 min prep + 600 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 Slow-Smoked Beef Brisket with Coffee and Chili Rub?

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 Slow-Smoked Beef Brisket with Coffee and Chili Rub?

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 Slow-Smoked Beef Brisket with Coffee and Chili Rub for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 10 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 10). 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 Slow-Smoked Beef Brisket with Coffee and Chili Rub?

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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