A corned beef brisket seasoned, smoked on any grill or smoker. and braised in a flavorful liquid. This corned beef is a smoky version of the classic corned beef flavor and texture. Whether you are using a pellet grill like a Traeger, Camp Chef, or Pit Boss, an electric smoker like a Masterbuilt, or just a conventional propane grill like a Weber, we've got you covered. A classic St. Patrick's Day tradition!
Sprinkle the seasoning on the brisket, covering all parts of the exterior. Add coarsely ground black pepper to entire surface.
Coarsely Ground Black Pepper
Set up the Grill or Smoker
Add your pellets, wood chips, or wood chunks to your grill or smoker of choice. Set the temperature to 270°F, as as close as your smoker will allow.
Allow the grill to reach the target temperature before adding the beef.
Smoke the Beef
Place the corned beef brisket, fat side up, on a wire rack set over an aluminum foil lined baking sheet if you have the space. Otherwise, place the brisket directly on the oiled cooking grates.
Place an internal temperature probe if you have one into the center of the brisket.
Close the lid, cook the brisket for about 4 hours until it reaches an internal temperature of about 150°F. Spot check other areas of the meat and rotate as needed if one side is cooking faster than the other.
Braise the Beef
Preheat your grill, smoker or indoor oven to 325°F.
Transfer the beef to an aluminum foil pan filled half way with equal parts water and low sodium beef broth.
2 Cups Water, 2 Cups Low Sodium Beef Broth
Sprinkle the seasoning packet that came with the corned beef into the liquid.
Seasoning Packet
Cover the pan with aluminum foil and place the pan into the grill or oven.
Continue to cook the beef in the liquid until the internal temperature reaches 203°F.
Remove the pan from the heat. Keep it covered and allow the beef to rest in the liquid for 30 minutes before slicing.
Slice and Serve
After resting, place the corned beef on a large cutting board. Slice in ¼ inch slices and serve immediately.
Only slice what you plan to serve. Keep the rest unsliced and tightly wrapped to maintain moisture.