Easy BBQ Brisket Tacos

Brisket Tacos Ingredients + Substitutions

We’re using smoked brisket for these tacos, but you can use whatever kind of brisket you have.

• Brisket – We prefer using Brisket Flat because of the consistent size, or use the brisket point like with Brisket Burnt Ends. Just be sure it’s sliced smaller so it’s easy to bite into and you retain the juices from the fat.
• Corn Tortillas – You can substitute with flour tortillas or hard shell if you prefer. We just like the taste of corn.

Taco Topping Ideas

You can load them up with whatever you want, but I don’t want to drown the flavor and tenderness of slow cooked meat. So we’re keeping it simple.

• Pickled Red Onions
• Jalapeño Slices – Slice thinly for best texture and flavor.
• Diced white onion – adds a fresh bite with the pickled onions.
• Cilantro – Optional if you like cilantro.
• Squeeze of Lime – Lime juice adds acidity and balances the rich brisket.
• Fresh Tomatoes – Dice up fine.
• Cheese – Cotija cheese or other Mexican cheese is a great topping for added salt flavor and texture.
• Salsa – We like to top our brisket tacos with salsa, but another great option is an avocado crema sauce which we make in our grilled shrimp recipe, pico de gallo, salsa verde, or fire-roasted tomato salsa.

Warm Up Tortillas

Option One: If you have a gas stove turn on one burner and using tongs place the corn tortillas over the flame on medium heat. Flip every few seconds until it’s warmed.

Option Two: Soak several pieces of paper towel in water. Wring them out and wrap the tortillas with the wet towels. Place in the microwave for 1 minute or until warmed. Leave them wrapped until you are ready to eat.

Make Brisket Tacos

After preparing the toppings, warming the brisket, and the tortillas, build your tacos. We like to make this buffet style so people can customize it.

Finish with the salsa and cheese and garnish with cilantro.