I have been looking hard for a pictoral on how to trim a Beef Brisket. I have never had any dealings with one. I bought one this morning, and I don't want to screw it up. Does anyone ever recall seeing one anywhere with pictures?
Hoss, hear is one link I watched it's not too bad.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=exD0MGt5uzU
I think in one of Pachanga's post are some of his thoughts on trimming a brisket.
Just don't take off too much.
Better to have too much fat cap than not enough.
Here ya go
http://www.susanminor.org/forums/showthread.php?t=525
C
Hoss,
Here are my methods. I don't trim much. Fat equals flavor and moisture for self mopping. Use trimmings for self basting in the shelf above the brisket.
The first post is written tips on trimming within a recipe.
The second post is photos, some of which are about trimming and feeding bird dogs.
Brisket Pachanga
http://www.susanminor.org/forums/showthread.php?t=532
Photos to go with the recipe
http://forum.bradleysmoker.com/index.php?topic=12061.0
Other posts you may find useful.
Mustard Slather on Brisket and other Meats
http://forum.bradleysmoker.com/index.php?topic=12112.0
I Prefer to Smoke Totally Naked - A Brisket and Ribs Manifesto
http://forum.bradleysmoker.com/index.php?topic=12455.0
So your brisket doesn't fit - solution here
http://forum.bradleysmoker.com/index.php?topic=13080.0
How do you make burnt ends?
http://forum.bradleysmoker.com/index.php?topic=13179.0
Good luck and slow smoking,
Pachanga
Thank you for all the help!
Pachanga, these are awesome!