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Slow Cooker Beef Brisket Recipe

Slow Cooker Beef Brisket Recipe: Tender Comfort in Every Bite

This Slow Cooker Beef Brisket Recipe ensures tender, flavorful brisket with minimal effort, perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 hours
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 hours 25 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Beef
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Brisket
  • 4-5 pounds Beef Brisket trimmed
  • 2 teaspoons Kosher Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper freshly ground
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon Onion Powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil for searing
For the Sauce
  • 1 Large Onion sliced
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 cup Beef Broth
  • 1/2 cup Balsamic Vinegar or Red Wine
  • 1/4 cup Brown Sugar optional; can substitute with maple syrup
  • 2 tablespoons Tomato Paste
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire Sauce or tamari for gluten-free
  • 2 Bay Leaves
  • a handful Fresh Thyme Sprigs

Equipment

  • Slow cooker
  • large skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Pat the brisket dry with paper towels. Mix kosher salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, onion powder, and garlic powder in a small bowl. Rub this mixture over the brisket.
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the brisket for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden-brown.
  3. Sauté sliced onion and minced garlic in the same skillet for 2-3 minutes until fragrant. Add beef broth, balsamic vinegar or red wine, brown sugar, tomato paste, and Worcestershire sauce. Simmer for around 2 minutes.
  4. Transfer the seared brisket into your slow cooker. Pour the sauce evenly over the brisket, and add bay leaves and thyme sprigs. Cover and cook on low for 8-10 hours.
  5. Remove brisket from slow cooker and let it rest for 10 minutes. Slice against the grain and serve with sauce drizzled on top.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 42gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 20mg

Notes

Pat the brisket dry to enhance flavor absorption and sear for a rich crust. Adjust cooking time as needed, and always slice against the grain for tenderness.

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