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slow cooked beef brisket

Slow Cooked Beef Brisket – Effortless, Savory Family Feast

Delicious slow cooked beef brisket, perfect for creating unforgettable family memories around the dinner table.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 7 hours 30 minutes
Resting Time 20 minutes
Total Time 8 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Brisket
  • 4-5 lb Beef Brisket Trim fat cap for enhanced flavor.
  • 2.5 tsp Kosher Salt Use less if using table salt.
  • 1.5 tsp Black Pepper Freshly ground for best taste.
For the Seasoning
  • 1 tbsp Smoked Paprika Swap for regular paprika for milder taste.
  • 1 tbsp Brown Sugar Balances savory with sweetness.
  • 2 tsp Garlic Powder
  • 2 tsp Onion Powder
  • 1 tsp Ground Cumin
  • 1 tsp Chili Powder Increase for spicier taste.
  • 1 tsp Dried Thyme
For Cooking
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil For searing the brisket.
  • 2 large Yellow Onions Thinly sliced.
  • 6 cloves Garlic Smashed.
  • 1.5 cups Low-Sodium Beef Broth Opt for gluten-free if needed.
  • 2 tbsp Tomato Paste
  • 2 tbsp Worcestershire Sauce Gluten-free versions available.
  • 1 tbsp Apple Cider Vinegar
  • 2 Bay Leaves Remove before serving.
Optional Enhancements
  • 0.5 tsp Liquid Smoke
  • 1 tsp Espresso Powder

Equipment

  • Slow cooker
  • skillet
  • meat thermometer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Pat the brisket dry with paper towels and trim the fat cap to about 1/4 inch. Combine kosher salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, brown sugar, garlic powder, onion powder, ground cumin, chili powder, and dried thyme. Rub this mixture over the brisket.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the brisket for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden-brown.
  3. In the same skillet, sauté sliced onions for 3-4 minutes until soft, add garlic, and cook for an additional 30 seconds. Pour in beef broth, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, and apple cider vinegar. Simmer for 1 minute.
  4. Pour the mixture over the brisket in a slow cooker; add bay leaves. Slow cook on Low for 8-10 hours or High for 5-6 hours until fork-tender.
  5. Remove the brisket after cooking, let it rest for 20 minutes. Strain cooking liquid into a saucepan, reduce over medium heat to create gravy, then serve the brisket topped with sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 45gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 130mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Choose a well-marbled brisket for best results. Don't overcook to avoid dryness. Letting it rest enhances juiciness.

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