Brisket Burnt Ends

Brisket burnt ends are flavorful, caramelized cubes of meat cut from the point end of a smoked beef brisket. They are a signature dish of Kansas City barbecue, where the fatty, marbled point is slow-smoked, cubed, and often re-seasoned or glazed to create a rich, smoky-sweet treat.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is very high in protein and fat, with minimal carbohydrates unless a sweet glaze is added. A typical serving provides a substantial amount of iron, zinc, and B vitamins, with a calorie count that can range from 400 to over 600 calories per generous portion.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	520 kcal
Protein	32 g
Carbs	18 g
Fat	36 g
Fiber	0.5 g
Sugar	15 g
Sodium	1100 mg
Iron	4.5 mg
Zinc	7.2 mg
Potassium	450 mg
Phosphorus	280 mg
Vitamin B12	2.8 mcg
Niacin (B3)	8.5 mg
Selenium	35 mcg
Cholesterol	130 mg

Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Burnt ends are a celebrated example of culinary resourcefulness, transforming a tougher, fattier cut into a prized delicacy. They are often considered the 'candy' of barbecue due to their intense, concentrated flavor and tender, almost melt-in-your-mouth texture.