Slow Cooked Beef Brisket
This slow-cooked beef brisket is a forgiving and adaptable recipe, yielding tender meat and a savory sauce that feels like home.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4–5 pounds beef brisket, trimmed of excess fat Leave a thin cap for flavor.
- 2 pieces onions, thinly sliced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups beef broth (low-sodium if you’re watching salt) Use a good broth you would drink.
- 1/4 cup soy sauce Can substitute with coconut aminos.
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar Light or dark both work.
- 2 teaspoons dried thyme Can be substituted with rosemary.
- 2 teaspoons paprika Smoked paprika adds a subtle hint of smoke.
- to taste seasoning Salt and pepper Season generously.
- to taste garnish Fresh herbs (parsley or thyme) Optional for garnish.
Instructions
Preparation
- Season the brisket with salt and pepper on all sides, ideally refrigerate uncovered for a few hours.
- Layer sliced onions and minced garlic at the bottom of the slow cooker.
- Place the seasoned brisket on top of the onions and garlic.
- In a bowl, whisk together the beef broth, soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, dried thyme, and paprika. Adjust seasoning to taste.
- Pour the sauce mixture over the brisket and cover the slow cooker.
Cooking
- Cook on low for 8–10 hours until tender and easily shredded.
- Once cooked, let the brisket rest for 10–15 minutes before slicing against the grain or shredding.
- Reduce the leftover sauce on the stovetop for a thicker consistency before serving.
Notes
This recipe is very forgiving and can easily adapt to your kitchen mishaps. Feel free to add vegetables or adjust seasoning to your taste.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 50gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 800mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2g
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