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Mouthwatering Slow Cooker Brisket

Mouthwatering Slow Cooker Brisket

Discover the perfect Mouthwatering Slow Cooker Brisket recipe tender juicy and full of flavor Easy to make and a hit for any occasion.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 9 hours
Resting Time 15 minutes
Total Time 9 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 people
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4-5 pounds beef brisket, trimmed
  • 2 tsp kosher salt
  • 1 tsp freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 large onion, sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar or red wine
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 4 sprigs fresh thyme

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Slow Cooker
  • Bowl
  • Whisk
  • Meat thermometer (optional)

Method
 

  1. Rub the brisket with kosher salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, onion powder, and garlic powder.
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet and sear the brisket until browned on all sides.
  3. Place sliced onions and minced garlic in the bottom of the slow cooker and nestle the seared brisket on top.
  4. Whisk together beef broth, balsamic vinegar or red wine, brown sugar, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, and bay leaves in a bowl, then pour over the brisket.
  5. Add fresh thyme sprigs on top of the brisket.
  6. Cover and cook in the slow cooker on low for 8-10 hours.
  7. Remove the brisket, let it rest for a few minutes, slice against the grain, and serve with the sauce.

Notes

To enhance flavor, consider adding sliced bacon on top before cooking.
The cooking liquid can be strained and reduced for a richer sauce.
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days or frozen for up to 3 months.
When reheating, add a splash of beef broth or leftover sauce to retain moisture.