Name: Slow Cooked Beef Brisket
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 8 h
Total time: 8 h 15 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 4–5 lb (1.8–2.3 kg) beef brisket, fat cap trimmed to about 1/4 inch; 2 1/2 tsp kosher salt; 1 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper; 1 tbsp smoked paprika; 1 tbsp brown sugar; 2 tsp garlic powder; 2 tsp onion powder; 1 tsp ground cumin; 1 tsp chili powder; 1 tsp dried thyme; 2 tbsp olive oil; 2 large yellow onions, thinly sliced; 6 cloves garlic, smashed; 1 1/2 cups low-sodium beef broth; 2 tbsp tomato paste; 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce; 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar; 2 bay leaves; Optional: 1/2 tsp liquid smoke or 1 tsp espresso powder

Description

A rich and tender beef brisket cooked slowly to create a flavorful dish perfect for family dinners or gatherings.

Ingredients

Scale

4–5 lb (1.8–2.3 kg) beef brisket, fat cap trimmed to about 1/4 inch
2 1/2 tsp kosher salt
1 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
1 tbsp smoked paprika
1 tbsp brown sugar
2 tsp garlic powder
2 tsp onion powder
1 tsp ground cumin
1 tsp chili powder
1 tsp dried thyme
2 tbsp olive oil
2 large yellow onions, thinly sliced
6 cloves garlic, smashed
1 1/2 cups low-sodium beef broth
2 tbsp tomato paste
2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
2 bay leaves
Optional: 1/2 tsp liquid smoke or 1 tsp espresso powder

Instructions

Prepare the brisket by patting it dry with paper towels and trimming the fat cap to about 1/4 inch.
Mix the kosher salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, brown sugar, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, chili powder, and thyme in a bowl. Rub the mixture all over the brisket.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and sear the brisket for 3 to 4 minutes on each side.
Add the sliced onions to the skillet and sauté for 3 to 4 minutes, then add smashed garlic and sauté for an additional 30 seconds.
Pour in the beef broth and add the tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, and apple cider vinegar. Simmer for about 1 minute.
Pour the mixture over the brisket in the slow cooker or Dutch oven and add bay leaves on top.
Cover and cook on Low for 8 to 10 hours or High for 5 to 6 hours, or bake at 300°F (150°C) for 3 1/2 to 4 1/2 hours in a Dutch oven.
Remove the brisket and let it rest for 20 minutes, tented with foil.
Strain the cooking liquid to prepare the gravy and simmer for 8 to 12 minutes until thickened.
Slice the brisket against the grain into 1/4-inch slices and serve with gravy and onions.

Notes

For best results, use high-quality beef brisket. Store leftovers in the refrigerator for 3–4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 480 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Slow Cooking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 450
Sugar: 6g
Sodium: 600mg
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 32g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 42g
Cholesterol: 120mg

Keywords: brisket, slow cooker, comfort food, beef, family dinner