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Savory Smoky BBQ Brisket Sliders Recipe on Soft Hawaiian Rolls

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These savory smoky BBQ brisket sliders on soft Hawaiian rolls offer a perfect balance of smoke, seasoning, and tenderness, creating a mouthwatering, melt-in-your-mouth handheld sandwich ideal for gatherings and casual dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 3 to 4 pounds beef brisket, trimmed of excess fat (flat cut preferred)
  • 2 tablespoons smoked paprika
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
  • 1 cup BBQ sauce (tangy brand like Sweet Baby Ray’s or homemade)
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
  • 12 soft Hawaiian rolls (e.g., King’s Hawaiian)
  • Optional toppings: pickles, coleslaw, thinly sliced red onions, cheddar cheese slices

Instructions

  1. Pat the brisket dry with paper towels. Mix all dry rub ingredients in a small bowl.
  2. Generously coat the brisket all over with the dry rub, pressing it in so it sticks well.
  3. Wrap the brisket in plastic and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or overnight to deepen flavors.
  4. Preheat smoker or grill to 225°F (107°C). If using a grill, set up for indirect heat with soaked wood chips for smoke.
  5. Place brisket fat side up on smoker grate and smoke for 3 to 4 hours until internal temperature reaches 195°F (90°C), spritzing hourly with apple juice or water to keep moist.
  6. Wrap brisket tightly in foil or butcher paper and let rest for 30 to 45 minutes to redistribute juices.
  7. Shred brisket using two forks into bite-sized pieces.
  8. Mix shredded brisket with BBQ sauce, apple cider vinegar, and honey. Adjust sauce to taste.
  9. Slice Hawaiian rolls horizontally without cutting all the way through to keep connected.
  10. Warm rolls in oven at 350°F (175°C) wrapped in foil or toast lightly on grill pan for 5 minutes.
  11. Assemble sliders by spooning sauced brisket onto each roll and adding optional toppings as desired.
  12. Serve immediately while warm.

Notes

Spritz brisket hourly with apple juice or water to keep moist. Resting the brisket wrapped in foil is essential to retain juices. Use a meat thermometer to avoid overcooking. Mix sauce with shredded meat just before serving to prevent soggy sliders. For oven cooking, wrap brisket in foil and cook at 250°F with a pan of water for moisture, adding smoked paprika to mimic smoky flavor.

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