Brisket tops breakfast tacos as Texas' most iconic food
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After four grueling rounds of our most iconic food contest, we have a winner.
Why it matters: You have confirmed what we might have suspected all along: Brisket is king.
Catch up quick: Introduced by European Jewish immigrants to Texas more than a century ago, smoked brisket was first sold at delis, and as demand soared, smokehouses cropped up specializing in the slow-cooked delicacy.
The intrigue: Brisket is not considered a top cut of beef — one reason why the only way to cook it is low and slow, to render the fat and tenderize the meat.
My thought bubble: I like to smoke brisket over mesquite, South Texas style, in my Austin backyard.
- I use a simple rub of kosher salt and coarse ground black pepper that complements the meat but doesn't overpower it.
What's next: If this food bracket challenge has left your mouth watering, head to your nearest barbecue joint. There are lots to choose from.