BBQ Beef Brisket

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
18%
BBQ Beef Brisket
45 min.
8
549kcal

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This BBQ Beef Brisket is a mouthwatering dish that's perfect for any occasion. Imagine tender, juicy slices of brisket with a delicious bark, smothered in a rich and tangy barbecue sauce. It's a true show-stopper that will impress your family and friends.

The secret to this recipe lies in the dry rub. A carefully crafted blend of onion powder, garlic powder, smoked paprika, cumin, and cayenne pepper adds a depth of flavor that takes this dish to the next level. Don't forget to sear the meat before slow cooking it; this step locks in all the juices and creates a delicious crust.

The sauce is where the magic happens. By combining honey barbecue sauce with brown sugar, you get a perfect balance of sweet and tangy flavors. Reducing the sauce at the end ensures a thick, luscious consistency that coats the brisket beautifully.

This recipe is not just about the taste; it's also incredibly versatile. Whether you're serving it as a main course for a family dinner or as a show-stopping centerpiece for a backyard barbecue, this BBQ Beef Brisket is sure to be a crowd-pleaser. Don't forget to use the leftovers for mouthwatering BBQ sandwiches the next day!

So, fire up your slow cooker and get ready to indulge in the ultimate BBQ Beef Brisket. With minimal effort and a few simple steps, you'll be enjoying tender, flavorful slices of brisket that will have everyone asking for more.

Ingredients

  •  brisket 
  • servings salt and pepper 
  • Tbs cooking oil for searing
  • tsp onion powder 
  • 0.5 tsp garlic powder 
  • 0.5 tsp paprika smoked
  • 0.5 tsp cumin 
  • 0.3 tsp ground pepper (use)
  • 1.5 cups barbecue sauce 
  • 0.3 cup brown sugar 
  • 0.3 cup brown sugar 
  • 0.5 tbsp cornstarch 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • sauce pan
  • stove
  • slow cooker
  • cutting board

Directions

  1. Trim any large, thick pieces of fat from the brisket (dont remove all of the fat because it keeps the meat moist during cooking and adds flavor)
  2. Sprinkle brisket with salt and pepper.
  3. Mix the onion powder, garlic powder, smoked paprika, cumin, and cayenne pepper together in a small bowl.
  4. Dry rub both sides of the brisket with the seasoning mixture.
  5. Heat oil in a pan over medium-high heat and sear the meat on both sides.
  6. Remove from the heat and set aside.
  7. Stir together the honey barbecue sauce and brown sugar.
  8. Pour half of the sauce into the bottom of your slow cooker.
  9. Place the brisket, fatty side up, into the slow cooker.
  10. Cover the top o the brisket with the remaining sauce.
  11. Cover the slow cooker and set heat to low for 9 hours, or until fork tender.
  12. When the brisket is cooked, remove it carefully from the slow cooker and place it on a cutting board.
  13. Pour the sauce from the slow cooker into a saucepan and let it cool.
  14. Skim the fat that has risen to the top of the sauce in the large bowl.
  15. It will appear lighter in color than the sauce, like droplets of oil on the surface. Skim as much fat as you can.
  16. In a small bowl, stir together cornstarch and 1 tbs. of water till completely smooth.
  17. Pour the cornstarch mixture into the bowl of sauce and stir to combine.
  18. Reduce the sauce quickly in a saucepan on the stovetop by simmering it to 10 minutes.
  19. Pour the sauce over the brisket and serve.
  20. The leftovers make great BBQ sandwiches.
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Nutrition Facts

Calories549kcal
Protein35.28%
Fat34.4%
Carbs30.32%

Properties

Glycemic Index
7.13
Glycemic Load
0.02
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
22.961739130435%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:548.87kcal
27.44%
Fat:20.61g
31.7%
Saturated Fat:6.16g
38.51%
Carbohydrates:40.85g
13.62%
Net Carbohydrates:40.23g
14.63%
Sugar:35.63g
39.59%
Cholesterol:140.59mg
46.86%
Sodium:931.09mg
40.48%
Protein:47.56g
95.11%
Vitamin B12:5.51µg
91.83%
Zinc:9.9mg
66.01%
Selenium:38.23µg
54.61%
Vitamin B6:1.01mg
50.5%
Phosphorus:470.24mg
47.02%
Vitamin B3:9.3mg
46.5%
Iron:4.97mg
27.6%
Potassium:908.61mg
25.96%
Vitamin B2:0.42mg
24.62%
Vitamin B1:0.24mg
16.18%
Magnesium:62.05mg
15.51%
Vitamin E:1.83mg
12.18%
Copper:0.23mg
11.7%
Vitamin B5:0.91mg
9.13%
Vitamin K:6.57µg
6.26%
Manganese:0.12mg
6.24%
Calcium:47.22mg
4.72%
Folate:17.54µg
4.39%
Vitamin A:206.68IU
4.13%
Fiber:0.62g
2.49%
Source:Foodista