Beef Brisket 🥩🔥
A slow-cooked, tender, flavorful cut—perfect for BBQ, oven roasting, or braising.
🧾 Ingredients
- 3–5 lb beef brisket
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt & pepper (to taste)
- 1–2 tsp smoked paprika (optional)
- 2 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 cup beef broth or stock
- Optional: BBQ sauce, onions, carrots, or celery for braising
👩🍳 Cooking Methods
1. Oven-Baked / Braised Brisket
- Preheat oven to 160°C (325°F)
- Season brisket generously with salt, pepper, and spices
- Heat oil in a large oven-safe pan and sear brisket 3–5 minutes per side
- Add broth and optional vegetables
- Cover tightly with foil or a lid
- Bake for 3–4 hours until tender (internal temp ~90°C / 195°F)
2. Smoked / BBQ Brisket
- Rub brisket with spice mix and let sit for a few hours or overnight
- Smoke at 110–120°C (225–250°F) for 8–12 hours
- Wrap in foil halfway through to retain moisture (Texas Crutch method)
- Rest for at least 30 minutes before slicing
🌟 Tips
- Slice against the grain for maximum tenderness
- Low and slow = juicy, tender brisket
- Keep juices from cooking liquid to serve as a natural sauce
🍽️ Serving Ideas
- Serve with mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or coleslaw
- Use leftover brisket in sandwiches, tacos, or chili
If you want, I can give a quick 1-hour braised brisket recipe for faster cooking without losing tenderness 😋
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