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Slow Cooker Brisket Recipe

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This Slow Cooker Brisket recipe delivers a tender, flavorful beef dish perfect for a comforting meal. The brisket is seasoned with a blend of spices, browned for extra depth, and then slow-cooked with onions and beef broth to achieve melt-in-your-mouth texture and rich taste.

  • Author: Lilya
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 8 to 10 hours
  • Total Time: 8 hours 20 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: American

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

  • 4 to 5 Pounds brisket
  • 3 sweet onions (or red onion, optional)
  • 2 Teaspoons salt
  • 1 Teaspoon mustard powder
  • 1 Teaspoon paprika
  • ½ Teaspoon black pepper (freshly ground)
  • ¼ Teaspoon chili powder
  • 2 Tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 Cup beef broth

Instructions

  1. Trim the Brisket: Unpack the brisket and pat it dry thoroughly with paper towels. Trim off any excess fat and silver skin to ensure even cooking and better texture.
  2. Prepare Onions: Slice the onions and evenly spread them on the bottom of the slow cooker, creating a flavorful bed for the brisket.
  3. Season the Meat: In a small bowl, mix together salt, mustard powder, paprika, black pepper, and chili powder. Sprinkle this seasoning blend all over the brisket, pressing lightly to adhere.
  4. Brown the Brisket: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the brisket for about 3 minutes on each side until nicely browned. This caramelization enhances flavor.
  5. Transfer to Slow Cooker: Place the browned brisket on top of the onions in the slow cooker.
  6. Deglaze the Skillet: Pour the beef broth into the hot skillet, scraping up any browned bits from the pan. Pour this flavorful liquid into the slow cooker with the brisket and onions.
  7. Slow Cook: Cover and cook the brisket on low heat for 8 to 10 hours until it becomes tender and easily pulls apart.

Notes

  • For best flavor, use a well-marbled brisket.
  • Adjust seasoning according to taste before cooking.
  • Make sure to brown the brisket properly to lock in juices and improve flavor.
  • Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or frozen for longer storage.
  • Rest the brisket for 10-15 minutes before slicing to retain juices.

Find it online: https://familyhomemeals.com/slow-cooker-brisket-recipe/