Brisket Challenge: Brisket, charcoal grill, 2 hours-what to do

fireman_pete · 08-27-2010, 02:26 PM

Hi All,

We have been asked to be part of an informal BBQ Contest in October. One of the items that want us to cook is Beef Brisket. Ok, no problem.

However, we only have 2 hours to cook (+ 1 hour to prep) and only have a charcoal grill to use.

what would you do?

We were thinking cut the brisket into steaks, and try cubbing the point for quick burnt ends and Brisket Steak?

Looking for all the crazy ideas and suggestions.

Thanks

Pete

Bigmista · 08-27-2010, 02:27 PM

Politely decline.

jimmyinsd · 08-27-2010, 02:28 PM

with that time frame, hot dogs.....

fireman_pete · 08-27-2010, 02:30 PM

I know, I know. I am still hoping they made a mistake and give us a Tri-Tip. That is what we did last year.

However, I forgot to mention that this informal contest is in Vegas, and has $25K in prize money :-)

We will also be cooking chicken, sausage and pork tenderloin!

cgwaite · 08-27-2010, 02:34 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bigmista

Politely decline.

I fully agree! I would let them know exactly why, too!

Groundhog66 · 08-27-2010, 02:35 PM

I have never known of a brisket that can be done in 2 hrs, looking forward to hearing the ideas.

jlondon · 08-27-2010, 02:38 PM

I agree with Bigmista and cgwaite. Why play along with rules set-up for failure?

jimmyinsd · 08-27-2010, 02:49 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by fireman_pete

I know, I know. I am still hoping they made a mistake and give us a Tri-Tip. That is what we did last year.

However, I forgot to mention that this informal contest is in Vegas, and has $25K in prize money :-)

We will also be cooking chicken, sausage and pork tenderloin!

well since you put it that way... what about injections and super hot and fast? i have never done one this way, but many on here have talked about experimenting and have had success. (although i dont remember them coming off that quickly)

fireman_pete · 08-27-2010, 02:52 PM

I have some ideas and was going to play this weekend, but wanted some input and ideas from the Brethren!

Quote:

Originally Posted by jimmyinsd

well since you put it that way... what about injections and super hot and fast? i have never done one this way, but many on here have talked about experimenting and have had success. (although i dont remember them coming off that quickly)

BobBrisket · 08-27-2010, 02:55 PM

If you chopped up the flat and point into let's say, 1.5-2" cubes, you guys think you could get at least some kind of burnt end in the full two hours maybe either indirect or on a REALLY hot smoker? I'm curious as to whether a 2x2" inch brisket cube could be done that fast. Otherwise, I have no idea how to do a whole packer or even a flat in only 2 hours.
Bob

JD McGee · 08-27-2010, 02:56 PM

HawgHeaven · 08-27-2010, 02:56 PM

Are they supplying everything? Meat, charcoal, grill, etc?

1FUNVET · 08-27-2010, 03:02 PM

Maybe they are using it as a quik fire pilot for next years Pitmasters.

OK teams you have 2 hrs to cook a brisket.
If you fail to cook a wonderful tender brisket you have to pack your pit and go home.
Good smoking luck

Groundhog66 · 08-27-2010, 03:05 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 1FUNVET

Maybe they are using it as a quik fire pilot for next years Pitmasters.

OK teams you have 2 hrs to cook a brisket.
If you fail to cook a wonderful tender brisket you have to pack your pit and go home.
Good smoking luck

That's funny right there....

mbshop · 08-27-2010, 03:11 PM

seriousely, do they know what a brisket is ? maybe wrap in foil and cook at 500 deg ? will come out mushy, just the way they like it.

08-27-2010, 02:26 PM	#1
fireman_pete Full Fledged Farker Join Date: 11-28-07 Location: Temecula, CA Downloads: 0 Uploads: 0	Brisket Challenge: Brisket, charcoal grill, 2 hours-what to do Hi All, We have been asked to be part of an informal BBQ Contest in October. One of the items that want us to cook is Beef Brisket. Ok, no problem. However, we only have 2 hours to cook (+ 1 hour to prep) and only have a charcoal grill to use. what would you do? We were thinking cut the brisket into steaks, and try cubbing the point for quick burnt ends and Brisket Steak? Looking for all the crazy ideas and suggestions. Thanks Pete

08-27-2010, 02:27 PM	#2
Bigmista somebody shut me the fark up. Join Date: 05-24-04 Location: Long Beach, CA Downloads: 0 Uploads: 0	Politely decline. __________________ Wait! Bigmista wrote a cookbook? Exodus 29:18 Then burn the entire ram on the altar. It is a burnt offering to the LORD, a pleasing aroma, a food offering presented to the LORD. God loves BBQ! Bigmista Custom Spicewine Trailer - Olivia J. PIMA Large and Medium Spicewines Weber Ranch Kettle - E.T. Remembering Scott

08-27-2010, 02:28 PM	#3
jimmyinsd Full Fledged Farker Join Date: 05-11-10 Location: Twin Brooks, SD Downloads: 0 Uploads: 0	with that time frame, hot dogs..... __________________ COS, SS gasser,10-10-10 UDS,and 4-4-11 her twin sister, 22.5 silver, and others.

08-27-2010, 02:35 PM	#6
Groundhog66 Babbling Farker Join Date: 08-20-10 Location: Livermore, CA Downloads: 0 Uploads: 0	I have never known of a brisket that can be done in 2 hrs, looking forward to hearing the ideas. __________________ Tim -

08-27-2010, 02:55 PM	#10
BobBrisket Moderator Join Date: 12-11-07 Location: El Paso, TX Downloads: 0 Uploads: 0	If you chopped up the flat and point into let's say, 1.5-2" cubes, you guys think you could get at least some kind of burnt end in the full two hours maybe either indirect or on a REALLY hot smoker? I'm curious as to whether a 2x2" inch brisket cube could be done that fast. Otherwise, I have no idea how to do a whole packer or even a flat in only 2 hours. Bob __________________ UDS, Pit Barrel Cooker-Courtesy of Poobah, WSM, 22.5 Weber Kettles-K and DR Stamped, 18.5 Weber Bar-B-Kettle, Weber 18.5 Smokey Joe Platinum, Weber Genesis Silver B, Lil' Chief Smoker, Lodge Sportman Grill, Backyard Fire Pit, Dutch Ovens, Discada Set Up, Turkey Fryer! BobBrisket Jr.-MUDS, WSJ Silver My BEST Compliment......"You're a good cooker, Dad!"--My Son. DAN!

08-27-2010, 02:30 PM	#4
fireman_pete Full Fledged Farker Join Date: 11-28-07 Location: Temecula, CA Downloads: 0 Uploads: 0	I know, I know. I am still hoping they made a mistake and give us a Tri-Tip. That is what we did last year. However, I forgot to mention that this informal contest is in Vegas, and has $25K in prize money :-) We will also be cooking chicken, sausage and pork tenderloin!

08-27-2010, 02:38 PM	#7
jlondon On the road to being a farker Join Date: 02-17-09 Location: Potomac, MD Downloads: 0 Uploads: 0	I agree with Bigmista and cgwaite. Why play along with rules set-up for failure?

08-27-2010, 02:56 PM	#11
JD McGee somebody shut me the fark up. Join Date: 06-28-07 Location: Duvall, WA Downloads: 0 Uploads: 0	__________________ Wine Country "Q" Competition BBQ

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08-27-2010, 03:02 PM	#13
1FUNVET Babbling Farker Join Date: 04-16-09 Location: Lake Charles La Downloads: 0 Uploads: 0	Maybe they are using it as a quik fire pilot for next years Pitmasters. OK teams you have 2 hrs to cook a brisket. If you fail to cook a wonderful tender brisket you have to pack your pit and go home. Good smoking luck

08-27-2010, 03:11 PM	#15
mbshop Babbling Farker Join Date: 06-24-07 Location: visalia, ca Downloads: 0 Uploads: 0	seriousely, do they know what a brisket is ? maybe wrap in foil and cook at 500 deg ? will come out mushy, just the way they like it. __________________ george spam, can't live without it

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