Freezing already dry rubbed brisket

[smitttykid]

Hi gang, haven't been in for awhile.  Quick question, has anyone ever dry rubbed a brisket then frozen it?  I always dry rub them first and let them sit in the fridge for a couple of days wrapped in plastic wrap.  Just as an experiment, I was thinking about dry rubbing then freezing.  At the price of brisket these days-I don't want to screw anything up.  Any input would be appreciated.  Thanks, Smitty

[beefmann]

my opinion is that  the rub would not penetrate the meat  if it was frozen,,, in the fridge it  would

[mez]

I never froze a brisket rubbed but I do freeze steaks,Chops,and  pork tenderlions with rub and/or marinade all the time.I vacum seal and freeze them. thaw them out in the fridge or cold water. Saves time later the always come out great.

[smitttykid]

Thanks folks.  It makes sense that the rub wouldn't penetrate well if the meat is frozen.  Steaks & chops that have already been marinated sounds good & it would save some time.   Thanks again !

                                                                                Smitty