Father’s Day Smoked Brisket Tacos
Father’s Day Smoked Brisket Tacos are the ultimate way to celebrate Dad with a flavorful feast that brings everyone to the table. Imagine tender, slow-smoked brisket wrapped in warm tortillas, topped with fresh pico de gallo and creamy guacamole. This delicious dish is not just about satisfying hunger; it’s about creating cherished memories with family. Perfect for gatherings or casual weeknight dinners, these tacos are easy to prepare ahead of time, allowing you to spend quality moments with loved ones while they cook to perfection. Impress your family and friends with this unforgettable taco recipe that ensures laughter and joy around the dinner table.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 hours
- Total Time: 10 hours 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 8 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Smoking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 lbs brisket
- 2 tbsp paprika
- 1 tbsp garlic powder
- 1 tbsp onion powder
- 2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 8 soft flour or corn tortillas
- 1 cup pico de gallo (fresh tomatoes, onions, cilantro, lime juice)
- 1 cup guacamole
Instructions
- Trim excess fat from the brisket and rinse under cold water. Pat dry.
- In a bowl, mix paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Rub the mixture over the brisket generously.
- Preheat your smoker to 225°F (107°C) with hickory or mesquite wood chips. Smoke the brisket for 8-10 hours until it reaches an internal temperature of 200°F (93°C).
- Remove the brisket from the smoker and let it rest under foil for at least one hour.
- Warm tortillas on a grill until soft and pliable.
- Slice the rested brisket thinly against the grain. Assemble tacos by filling tortillas with brisket and topping with pico de gallo and guacamole.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos (200g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 85mg