
Beef Brisket Rub: Perfecting Slow-Cooked Flavour
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Nothing beats a slow-cooked brisket packed with rich, smoky flavour. The right beef brisket rub transforms a good brisket into a mouth-watering masterpiece. Our Cattle Run Steak Rub (with Saltbush & Pepperberry) brings out the best in beef, offering a perfect balance of savoury, spicy, and aromatic notes. This premium Australian seasoning enhances the natural richness of brisket, making it ideal for smoking, roasting, or slow cooking.
Why Use a Beef Brisket Rub?
A beef brisket rub builds layers of flavour while sealing in moisture. It forms a delicious crust, known as the bark, which enhances both taste and texture. The unique blend of Australian native ingredients in Cattle Run Steak Rub includes Saltbush and Tasmanian Pepperberry, delivering an earthy, slightly spicy, and well-rounded seasoning.

What makes Saltbush special in a beef brisket rub?
Saltbush is a native Australian herb with a slightly salty, umami-rich taste. It pairs beautifully with beef, enhancing its savoury depth.
How does Tasmanian Pepperberry improve the rub?
Pepperberry adds a subtle heat that builds as the brisket cooks, complementing the smoky, slow-cooked profile.
Aussie Cattle Run Honey BBQ Brisket
The Goods:
Brisket
- 2.5–3 kg brisket
- 45 ml Worcestershire sauce
- 4 tbsp Cattle Run Steak Rub (with Saltbush & Pepperberry)
Sauce
- 400 ml hickory-flavored barbecue sauce
- 150 g Australian honey
The Process:
Season the brisket (night before):
- Place brisket in a large roasting pan. Trim excess fat, leaving at least a 6 mm layer.
- Rub Worcestershire sauce over the brisket. Sprinkle half the Cattle Run Steak Rub (with Saltbush & Pepperberry) seasoning on both sides.
- Cover tightly with foil and refrigerate overnight.
Slow roast (next day):
- Preheat oven to 120°C.
- Remove brisket from the fridge, uncover, and sprinkle with the remaining seasoning.
- Cover with foil and roast for 5–6 hours (about 1 hour per 500 g).
Add sauce & finish cooking:
- Remove from oven and discard excess fat.
- Mix honey and barbecue sauce, then pour over the brisket.
- Increase oven temperature to 175°C and roast 30–60 minutes uncovered.
Serve:
- Rest for 15 minutes, then slice against the grain into strips

Alternative Cooking Methods For Beef Brisket Rub
Smoking
For an authentic smoky brisket, set your smoker to 120°C. Use hardwood like ironbark or red gum for an Australian twist. Cook low and slow, allowing 1.5 hours per 500g of brisket.
Roasting
No smoker? No worries! Set your oven to 140°C. Place the brisket on a wire rack over a roasting pan with a little water at the bottom. Cover loosely with foil and roast for 4–6 hours, depending on size.
Slow Cooking
For a no-fuss method, place the brisket in a slow cooker with a little beef broth. Cook on low for 8–10 hours for melt-in-your-mouth tenderness.

Pairing and Serving Suggestions For Beef Brisket Rub
Once the brisket is cooked, let it rest for at least 30 minutes before slicing. Serve with roasted root vegetables, coleslaw, or a warm brioche bun for a classic brisket sandwich.
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Conclusion
A great beef brisket rub turns an ordinary cut into a flavour-packed feast. Cattle Run Steak Rub brings the best of Australian native seasoning to your kitchen, delivering a balanced, bold taste. Whether smoking, roasting, or slow cooking, this rub ensures every bite is full of deep, rich flavour. Try it today and taste the difference!
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