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Hello BBQ lovers, it’s BBQ Dropout here! Today we’re discussing the brisket stall temperature range and how to overcome it.
The brisket stall typically occurs between 150°F and 170°F, but it can vary for different briskets. To help you plan ahead, let’s dive into a couple of techniques to push your brisket through the stall more efficiently.
Wrapping Techniques to Conquer the Stall
One way to tackle the brisket stall is by using a wrapping technique, such as foil or butcher paper.
Wrapping your brisket helps retain heat and moisture, speeding up the cooking process and pushing your brisket past the stall more quickly.
Cranking Up the Heat for Hot and Fast Cooks
Another technique to consider is increasing the cooking temperature. If you’re smoking your brisket at an ambient temperature of 225°F or 250°F, try raising it to 300°F or even 350°F for a period of time.
Hot and fast cooks can plow through the stall, saving you precious time and reducing the overall cooking duration.
Combining Techniques for Maximum Efficiency
You can also combine both wrapping and increasing the temperature to conquer the stall even more efficiently.
Experiment with these techniques to find the perfect balance that works for your brisket and cooking style.
Mastering the Brisket Stall for a Perfect Cook
By understanding the brisket stall temperature range and employing techniques like wrapping and cranking up the heat, you can overcome the stall more effectively. This will help you achieve that mouth-watering, perfectly smoked brisket that all BBQ enthusiasts strive for.
Keep experimenting and refining your techniques to become a true brisket master. And as always, feel free to share your experiences and suggestions for future BBQ topics. Happy smoking!
Robert is a certified Pitmaster, with over a decade of experience in smoking the best meats you’ll ever feast upon. He also has a Bachelor of Business Administration from the University of Texas at San Antonio. When he’s not researching technical topics, he’s most likely barbecuing in his backyard.