Quick brisket question

untateve

I have an 8lb brisket (flat). My question is how much time, approximately, will it take to bring this to 190-195 degrees. Assuming a 240-250 degree dome temp. I know that each brisket is different, but I haven't done one before.

Any input would be appreciated.

azegger

id say about 6 hours use an instant read thermometer though. what works best for me is about 200-210 degrees takes about 9 hours and i pull it at 185 and let it rest 20 minutes, letting the temp rise another few degrees.

Fidel

I would guess a minimum of 8 hours, and possibly 12 or more. Rule of thumb is 1.5-2 hours per pound, but flats tend to cook more quickly than whole packer briskets.

It will shoot up to 150 or so rather quickly, then will stall in the plateau for several hours before creeping on up to the finish line.

I recommend you begin testing it for tenderness at 185 or so. Many people recommend wrapping a flat in foil after it breaks the plateau and temps start to rise over 170, but I normally do not.

Slotmercenary

an 8 lb brisket can take from 12 to 16 hours. with it being just a flat with not much fat cap you may want to lay bacon on top for basting and to keep the brisket moist. keep some liquid in your drip pan also to keep the humididty inside the egg up while cooking. Once the brisket hits 190-195 pull and wrap in foil and let sit for and hour or so before you slice