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slow cooker beef brisket

Slow Cooker Beef Brisket: Juicy, Tender Comfort Food Delight

This slow cooker beef brisket is the epitome of comfort food, delivering ultra-tender meat that melts in your mouth.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 hours
Resting Time 15 minutes
Total Time 10 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Brisket
  • 3 pounds Beef Brisket Choose a flat-cut for even cooking and easy slicing.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Use for searing if desired.
For the Flavor Base
  • 1 large Onion Slice to create depth of flavor.
  • 4 cloves Garlic Fresh and minced.
For the Cooking Liquid
  • 2 cups Beef Broth Opt for low-sodium.
  • 2 tablespoons Tomato Paste Incorporates sweetness and body.
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire Sauce Essential for umami flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon Brown Sugar Helps balance acidity.
  • 2 tablespoons Apple Cider Vinegar Adds brightness.
For Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Infuses warmth and color.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt For seasoning.
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper For flavor enhancement.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Thyme Optional for aroma.

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Step 1: Prepare the Brisket - Pat the beef brisket dry and season with salt, black pepper, and paprika.
  2. Step 2: Layer the Slow Cooker - Spread sliced onions and minced garlic in the bottom.
  3. Step 3: Add Brisket to Cooker - Place the seasoned brisket on top of the onion mixture.
  4. Step 4: Make the Sauce - Mix beef broth, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, and thyme.
  5. Step 5: Slow Cook - Cover and set to LOW for 8-10 hours or HIGH for 4-5 hours.
  6. Step 6: Rest and Slice - Let brisket rest for 10-15 minutes before slicing.
  7. Step 7: Serve - Drizzle cooking juices over sliced brisket and serve with sides or in sandwiches.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 38gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Feel free to experiment with different sides or toppings for versatility.

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