Brisket Crispy Rice with Miso Slaw

Ingredients

• 1 Whole packer brisket (trimmed and seasoned with salt and pepper)
• 2 cup Sushi rice (cooked and seasoned with rice vinegar, sugar, and salt)
• 0.5 cup Vegetable oil (for frying rice cakes)
• 4 cup Shredded cabbage mix (for coleslaw)
• 2 tbsp White miso paste (for slaw dressing)
• 0.25 cup Mayonnaise (for slaw dressing)
• 1 tbsp Rice vinegar (for slaw dressing)
• 1 tsp Honey (for slaw dressing)
• Barbecue sauce (for drizzling)

Steps

1. 1

   Trim the brisket of excess fat and season liberally with a 50/50 blend of kosher salt and coarse black pepper.

2. 2

   Smoke the brisket at 225°F (107°C) using a pellet grill or smoker until the internal temperature reaches approximately 190-200°F and the bark is well-developed.

3. 3

   Wrap the brisket in butcher paper and continue cooking until probe tender, then allow it to rest in a warm environment (like an oven set to 150°F) for up to 12 hours.

4. 4

   Prepare sushi rice according to package instructions. While warm, press the rice into a plastic-wrap-lined square baking dish to a thickness of about 3/4 inch. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours or overnight until firm.

5. 5

   In a small bowl, whisk together the white miso paste, mayonnaise, rice vinegar, and honey. Toss this dressing with the shredded cabbage mix and set aside.

6. 6

   Remove the chilled rice block from the pan and cut into small rectangular bite-sized pieces.

7. 7

   Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Fry the rice rectangles until golden brown and crispy on all sides. Drain on paper towels.

8. 8

   Slice or chop the rested brisket into small pieces suitable for topping the rice cakes.

9. 9

   To assemble, place a piece of crispy rice on a serving platter. Top with a generous portion of brisket, a dollop of miso slaw, and a small drizzle of barbecue sauce.

Notes

The creator recommends watching Mad Scientist BBQ on YouTube for detailed brisket technique. The 12-hour rest is a professional BBQ secret for maximum tenderness. Ensure the rice is fully chilled before frying, otherwise it will fall apart in the oil.

Nutrition per serving

• appetizer
• bbq
• brisket
• crispy rice
• fusion
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• miso
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