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Best Beef Brisket Recipe Everyone Will Love

Are you ready to impress your colleagues and clients with your culinary expertise? Look no further than the humble beef brisket. Our comprehensive guide covers everything from selecting the perfect cut to mastering advanced cooking techniques.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 15 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American, BBQ
Servings 8
Calories 550 kcal

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker or Dutch Oven – For slow-cooking the brisket.
  • Cutting Board & Sharp Knife – For trimming and slicing.
  • Mixing Bowls – For preparing the dry rub.
  • Measuring Cups & Spoons – For accurate seasoning and sauce preparation.
  • Tongs or Forks – For handling the brisket.
  • Aluminum Foil – For wrapping and resting the brisket.
  • Saucepan – For making the optional BBQ sauce.
  • Serving Platter – For presenting the sliced brisket.

Ingredients
  

For the Brisket:

  • 4-5 lb beef brisket trimmed of excess fat
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

For the Dry Rub:

  • 1 tablespoon kosher salt
  • 1 tablespoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
  • 2 teaspoons garlic powder
  • 2 teaspoons onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper optional for spice
  • 1 teaspoon ground mustard
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar

For the BBQ Sauce (Optional):

  • 1 cup BBQ sauce store-bought or homemade
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon honey or brown sugar

Instructions
 

Step 1: Prepare the Brisket

  • Pat the brisket dry with paper towels.
  • Rub with olive oil to help seasoning stick.

Step 2: Apply the Dry Rub

  • In a bowl, mix together salt, pepper, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne, ground mustard, and brown sugar.
  • Coat the brisket evenly with the rub, massaging it into the meat.
  • Wrap in plastic wrap and let rest in the fridge for at least 2 hours (or overnight for deeper flavor).

Step 3: Slow Cook the Brisket

  • Preheat your slow cooker (or oven to 300°F/150°C).
  • Place the brisket in the slow cooker (fat side up).
  • Cook on LOW for 8 hours (or HIGH for 5 hours), until fork-tender.

Step 4: Make the BBQ Sauce (Optional)

  • In a saucepan, combine BBQ sauce, apple cider vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, and honey.

Simmer for 5 minutes until slightly thickened.

  • Step 5: Serve & Enjoy
  • Remove the brisket and let it rest for 15 minutes before slicing against the grain.
  • Brush with BBQ sauce and serve with mashed potatoes, cornbread, or coleslaw.

Notes

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving, Approximate)
  • Calories: ~550 kcal
  • Protein: ~50g
  • •Carbohydrates: ~12g
    • Fiber: ~1g
    • Sugar: ~8g
  • Fat: ~30g
    • Saturated Fat: ~10g
  • Sodium: ~600mg
  • Iron: ~4mg
💡 For a leaner version, trim more fat before cooking and use a vinegar-based sauce instead of BBQ sauce.
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