Smoky brisket, soft buns and tangy slaw combine for a crowd-pleasing bite, ideal for any celebration.
# What you need:
→ Brisket
01 - 2 lbs beef brisket, trimmed
02 - 1 tbsp smoked paprika
03 - 1 tbsp brown sugar
04 - 2 tsp kosher salt
05 - 1 tsp black pepper
06 - 1 tsp garlic powder
07 - 1 tsp onion powder
08 - 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper, optional
09 - 2 tbsp olive oil
10 - 1 cup beef broth
→ BBQ Sauce
11 - 1 cup BBQ sauce (store-bought or homemade)
→ Slaw
12 - 2 cups shredded green cabbage
13 - 1 cup shredded carrots
14 - 2 tbsp mayonnaise
15 - 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
16 - 1 tsp honey
17 - Salt and black pepper, to taste
→ Assembly
18 - 12 slider buns
19 - 2 tbsp melted butter, optional, for toasting buns
20 - Pickle slices, optional
# How to Make It:
01 - Preheat oven to 300°F.
02 - In a small bowl, combine smoked paprika, brown sugar, kosher salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne pepper if using.
03 - Rub brisket thoroughly with spice mixture and olive oil.
04 - Place brisket in a roasting pan. Pour beef broth into pan. Cover tightly with lid or foil. Roast for 4 to 4½ hours or until brisket is fork-tender. Rest brisket for 15 minutes before slicing.
05 - Combine shredded cabbage, carrots, mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, honey, salt, and black pepper in a mixing bowl. Toss thoroughly. Refrigerate slaw until ready for assembly.
06 - Slice or shred brisket. Toss meat with BBQ sauce until fully coated.
07 - Optional: Brush slider buns with melted butter and toast lightly in a skillet or oven until golden.
08 - Layer sliced or shredded brisket onto buns. Top with prepared slaw and pickle slices, if desired. Serve sliders warm.
