Beer-Braised Bison Brisket with Root Vegetables

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
45%
Beer-Braised Bison Brisket with Root Vegetables
745 min.
10
130kcal

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If you're looking for a hearty and flavorful dish that’s perfect for a family meal or a special dinner, look no further than this Beer-Braised Bison Brisket with Root Vegetables. This gluten-free and dairy-free recipe features a tender bison brisket slow-cooked in a savory combination of beer, garlic, thyme, and horseradish, creating a rich and mouthwatering broth that infuses the meat and vegetables with amazing depth of flavor. The root vegetables—carrots, parsnips, turnips, and onions—add a comforting, earthy touch, making this a well-rounded dish that will satisfy all your cravings.

With just a few simple ingredients, you can prepare a meal that’s both nutritious and indulgent. The bison brisket is the star of the show, offering a lean yet flavorful alternative to traditional beef. The addition of dried apricots towards the end of cooking adds a subtle sweetness that balances the savory elements beautifully.

What makes this recipe even better is that it’s incredibly easy to prepare, thanks to the slow cooker. Simply set it up in the morning, and by dinner time, you’ll have a tender, fall-apart brisket ready to impress your guests. Whether you’re preparing for a cozy dinner or entertaining friends, this beer-braised bison brisket with root vegetables will surely be the highlight of your meal!

Ingredients

  • cup apricot halves dried
  • 12 ounce beer canned
  • 4.5 pound bison brisket 
  • 0.5 teaspoon pepper black
  • pound carrots cut into 2-inch pieces
  • teaspoon thyme leaves dried
  • cloves garlic minced
  • tablespoon horseradish prepared
  • large onion cut into wedges
  • medium parsnips peeled cut into 2-inch pieces
  • medium potatoes peeled cut into wedges
  • 1.5 teaspoons salt 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • slotted spoon
  • slow cooker
  • cutting board

Directions

  1. If necessary, cut bison brisket to fit into a 6-quart slow cooker.
  2. Sprinkle bison brisket with 1/2 teaspoon of the salt and 1/4 teaspoon of the pepper.
  3. Place carrots, parsnips, turnips, and onion in the cooker. Top with bison brisket.
  4. Combine beer, horseradish, garlic, thyme, the remaining 1 teaspoon salt and the remaining 1/4 teaspoon pepper in a medium bowl; pour over bison brisket.
  5. Cover and cook on low for 10 hours. Stir in apricot halves. Cover and cook for 2 more hours.
  6. Transfer bison brisket to a cutting board. Slice bison brisket across the grain; arrange on a serving platter. Using a slotted spoon, transfer vegetables to the platter, reserving cooking liquid. Strain cooking liquid and pass with bison brisket and vegetables.

Nutrition Facts

Calories130kcal
Protein7.88%
Fat2.44%
Carbs89.68%

Properties

Glycemic Index
38.05
Glycemic Load
12.36
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
12.941304397972%

Flavonoids

Catechin
0.13mg
Epicatechin
0.03mg
Luteolin
0.05mg
Isorhamnetin
0.75mg
Kaempferol
0.83mg
Myricetin
0.05mg
Quercetin
3.77mg
Gallocatechin
0.03mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:129.64kcal
6.48%
Fat:0.35g
0.54%
Saturated Fat:0.06g
0.35%
Carbohydrates:28.81g
9.6%
Net Carbohydrates:23.74g
8.63%
Sugar:11.68g
12.98%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:395.62mg
17.2%
Alcohol:1.33g
100%
Alcohol %:0.43%
100%
Protein:2.53g
5.06%
Vitamin A:8051.87IU
161.04%
Vitamin C:18.38mg
22.27%
Fiber:5.07g
20.27%
Manganese:0.4mg
19.99%
Potassium:633.35mg
18.1%
Vitamin K:16.15µg
15.38%
Vitamin B6:0.29mg
14.26%
Folate:43.58µg
10.89%
Vitamin E:1.34mg
8.94%
Phosphorus:83.17mg
8.32%
Vitamin B3:1.66mg
8.3%
Magnesium:33.04mg
8.26%
Copper:0.16mg
8.13%
Vitamin B1:0.11mg
7.04%
Iron:1.2mg
6.66%
Vitamin B5:0.55mg
5.45%
Calcium:48.76mg
4.88%
Vitamin B2:0.08mg
4.7%
Zinc:0.53mg
3.53%
Selenium:1.52µg
2.17%
Source:Allrecipes