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Slow Cooked Beef Brisket

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Slow Cooked Beef Brisket is a savory, melt-in-your-mouth dish made by cooking brisket low and slow with rich aromatics and herbs. It’s perfect for hearty dinners, easy entertaining, or leftovers that only get better with time.

Ingredients

  • 3–4 lb beef brisket, trimmed
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 large onion, sliced
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 1/2 cups beef broth or stock
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste or 1/2 cup crushed tomatoes
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar or balsamic vinegar
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp dried thyme or rosemary
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Optional: 2–3 carrots, chopped
  • Optional: 2–3 potatoes, chopped

Instructions

  1. Season brisket with salt, pepper, smoked paprika, and thyme.
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and sear brisket for 4–5 minutes on each side until browned. Transfer to slow cooker.
  3. In the same skillet, sauté onion and garlic for 2–3 minutes.
  4. Stir in tomato paste, broth, Worcestershire sauce, vinegar, and brown sugar. Bring to a simmer.
  5. Pour the mixture over the brisket in the slow cooker. Add optional vegetables if using.
  6. Cover and cook on low for 8–10 hours or high for 4–6 hours until fork-tender.
  7. Remove brisket and let rest for 10–15 minutes before slicing against the grain.
  8. Skim fat from cooking liquid and spoon sauce over sliced brisket to serve.

Notes

  • Add BBQ sauce in the last hour for a smoky finish.
  • Use red wine instead of broth for richer flavor.
  • Prep brisket the night before and refrigerate to save time.
  • Skip searing if in a rush—the slow cooker will still produce tender meat.
  • Shred the brisket for tacos, sliders, or sandwiches.

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