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smoked corned beef recipe
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Smoked Corned Beef

This recipe will give you a beautifully tender and smokey corned beef that is more flavorful and delicious than a boiled corned beef could ever be.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time8 hours
Brine5 days
Total Time5 days 8 hours 15 minutes
Course: Main Course, Side Dish
Cuisine: American, European
Servings: 4
Author: Ben Isham-Smith

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 5 lb pre-brined corned beef brisket
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 cup beef stock
  • ½ tsp coriander
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 3 tbsp black pepper
  • 2 tbsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp mustard seeds

Instructions

  • Brine beef for 5-10 days (see meat prep section). 
  • Heat smoker to 250°F
  • Take corned beef out of the brine and dry it with a paper towel. 
  • Combine dry spice to create a rub.
  • Rub the beef with spice mixture.
  • Place beef brisket in the smoker. 
  • Cook for 3-4 hours until internal temperature reaches 165°F
  • Place in an aluminum pan, add cups of water and beef stock. Cover with aluminum and return to smoker. 
  • Cook for another 3-4 hours until internal temperature reaches 200℉.
  • Remove from smoker and let the meat rest for 30 – 45 minutes before serving.