Description
Get ready to wow your guests or your weeknight dinner crowd with this tender brisket recipe! Bursting with rich flavor and coated in a tangy, sticky-sweet homemade barbecue sauce, this dish is slow-cooked to perfection. Whether you’re looking for a comfort food classic, an easy dinner idea, or something new to try for your next gathering, this easy recipe delivers big flavor with minimal fuss. Serve it with mashed potatoes, coleslaw, or grilled corn for a full dinner idea that satisfies every craving.
Ingredients
1 4-5 pounds beef brisket
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 tablespoon smoked paprika
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon onion powder
1 tablespoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon cracked black pepper
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
1/2 cup beef broth or water
1 tablespoon tomato paste
1/2 cup ketchup
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
1/2 teaspoon liquid smoke (optional)
Instructions
1. Pat brisket dry and mix the spice rub: brown sugar, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, and cayenne. Rub all over the brisket. Let it rest for 1 hour or overnight.
2. In a hot skillet, sear the brisket on all sides for 3-4 minutes to form a crust.
3. Transfer brisket to a Dutch oven or roasting pan. Pour beef broth around it and cover tightly. Bake at 300°F for 4-5 hours.
4. In a saucepan, mix ketchup, tomato paste, brown sugar, vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, and spices. Simmer for 15-20 minutes.
5. Brush sauce over cooked brisket and broil for 3-5 minutes to caramelize.
6. Let brisket rest 15 minutes, then slice against the grain and serve with extra sauce.
Notes
For extra smoky flavor, use a smoker or add liquid smoke to the sauce.
Always slice brisket against the grain to keep it tender.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 hours
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Oven-Baked
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 brisket
- Calories: 435
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
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