The Best Beef Brisket Recipe ๐ฅฉ
Description:
This recipe, passed down from my mother-in-law, is an absolute gem! It’s undoubtedly the best brisket and sauce combination you’ll ever taste. With a blend of savory and tangy flavors, this dish is perfect for any occasion.
- Cook Time: 3 hours
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 3 hours 30 minutes
- Category: Meat
- Keywords: Weeknight, Stove Top, < 4 Hours
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 1040
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Cholesterol: 281.2mg
- Sodium: 8262.1mg
- Carbohydrates: 80.9g
- Fiber: 1.7g
- Sugar: 74g
- Protein: 96.4g
Ingredients:
- 6 lbs beef brisket
- 6 tbsp kosher salt
- 3 onions
- 3-4 garlic cloves
- 2 cups ketchup
- 2 cups water
- 1 1/2 cups brown sugar
- 1 1/2 cups red wine vinegar
- 1 tbsp black pepper
- 1/2 tbsp red chili powder
Instructions:
| Step | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | Trim fat on brisket. |
| 2 | Soak brisket for 30 minutes in water. |
| 3 | Drain. |
| 4 | Sprinkle meat with kosher salt and let sit for 30 minutes. |
| 5 | Rinse meat well. |
| 6 | Braise meat in olive oil until brown, approximately 8 minutes per side. |
| 7 | Reduce heat and add onions. Brown. |
| 8 | Add garlic. |
| 9 | Remove meat. |
| 10 | Add all ingredients for sauce. Stir well. |
| 11 | Put meat back in pan and simmer covered for approximately 3 hours. |
| 12 | Remove meat and reduce sauce. |
Detailed Instructions:
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Trim Fat on Brisket:
- Begin by trimming any excess fat from the beef brisket. This helps ensure a leaner end result.
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Soak Brisket:
- Place the brisket in a large container and cover it with water. Let it soak for 30 minutes. This step helps tenderize the meat.
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Drain:
- After soaking, drain the water from the brisket and pat it dry with paper towels.
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Season Brisket:
- Sprinkle kosher salt evenly over the brisket and allow it to sit for another 30 minutes. This helps enhance the flavor of the meat.
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Rinse:
- Rinse the brisket thoroughly under cold water to remove excess salt.
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Braise Brisket:
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the brisket and brown it on all sides, about 8 minutes per side.
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Add Onions:
- Reduce the heat to medium and add sliced onions to the skillet. Continue cooking until the onions are caramelized and golden brown.
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Add Garlic:
- Add minced garlic to the skillet and cook for an additional minute, stirring constantly.
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Remove Meat:
- Once the onions and garlic are fragrant and tender, remove the brisket from the skillet and set it aside.
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Prepare Sauce:
- In the same skillet, combine ketchup, water, brown sugar, red wine vinegar, black pepper, and red chili powder. Stir well to combine all the ingredients.
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Simmer Brisket:
- Return the brisket to the skillet, making sure it’s fully submerged in the sauce. Cover the skillet and simmer over low heat for approximately 3 hours, or until the meat is tender and easily pulls apart.
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Reduce Sauce:
- Once the brisket is cooked to perfection, remove it from the skillet and set it aside to rest. Increase the heat to medium-high and simmer the sauce uncovered until it thickens and reduces to your desired consistency.
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Serve:
- Slice the brisket against the grain and serve it with the delicious sauce spooned over the top. Enjoy your mouthwatering masterpiece!
Tips:
- For an extra kick of flavor, try adding a splash of Worcestershire sauce or hot sauce to the sauce mixture.
- Serve the brisket alongside mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or your favorite side dishes for a complete meal.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or frozen for longer-term storage.
Indulge in the rich flavors of this amazing beef brisket recipe, and savor every tender, juicy bite! It’s guaranteed to become a family favorite and a go-to dish for any occasion.
