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Burnt Ends

Kansas City's prized "meat candy" — cubes of brisket point re-smoked in sweet barbecue sauce until caramelised.

540 minutes
Serves 8
Dinner

Instructions

  1. 1

    Smoke the Point: Smoke the seasoned brisket point at 110°C (225°F) until the internal temperature reaches about 93°C (200°F), then rest.

  2. 2

    Cube: Cut the point into 3cm (1.25 in) cubes.

  3. 3

    Sauce: Toss the cubes in a foil pan with the barbecue sauce, honey, and pats of butter.

  4. 4

    Re-Smoke: Return the pan to the smoker for 1.5-2 hours until the sauce thickens and the edges caramelise.

  5. 5

    Stir: Stir once or twice so every cube gets glazed and sticky.

  6. 6

    Serve: Serve as-is, on a bun, or piled over mac and cheese.

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