Marinating Brisket?

ATX · September 2009

Hey everyone. I was thinking of doing a brisket this coming weekend and thought of marinating it in some Shiner Bach beer for a day or two before I rub it and throw it on the egg. Does anyone have any experience in marinating brisket? Suggestions on time? Is it even worth the hassle?
Thanks in advance.

Nature Boy · September 2009

Howdy ATX. I really don't think marinating in beer is going to buy you much flavor wise. Injecting a reduced beef broth will actually get some flavor (and salt) into the meat.

But still, a good dose of rub is really all you need. Brisket has a lot of flavor on its own.

Happy brisketeering.
Chris

FearlessGrill · September 2009

ATX,

I've tried marinating brisket a couple of times, and while you can definitely taste it, it doesn't make a huge difference. I've decided to forgo the additional time and expense of marinading, and don't bother anymore.

-John

ATX · September 2009

Cool, thanks for the input. Think I'll keep things simple skip the marinade & load up on the rub.

ATX · September 2009

Thanks for the input. Gonna KISS and skip the marinade.

ATX · September 2009

OK, so one more question. If I get the brisket tonight would it be ok in the fridge until Friday when I plan on putting it on the egg? (I'll probably rub it on Thursday and let the rub soak in overnight)

tjv · September 2009

drink the shiners while injecting the brisket. brisket is just to dense, injecting is a much better way. watch out for the injectors with holes up the needle, it's easy to spray the kitchen walls.

anybody tell ya, you look like a young clint eastwood......LOL

tom

Fidel · September 2009

Yes.

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