Slow Cooker Beef Brisket (Print Version)
Fall-apart tender beef brisket cooked low and slow in a rich savory sauce, perfect for comforting family meals.
# Ingredients:
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3–4 lbs (1.5-2 kg) beef brisket
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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1 large onion, sliced
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4 cloves garlic, minced
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1 cup (240 ml) beef broth
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1/2 cup (120 ml) barbecue sauce
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1/4 cup (60 ml) soy sauce
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2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
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1 tablespoon brown sugar
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1 teaspoon smoked paprika
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1 teaspoon dried thyme
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Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
# Steps to Follow:
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Pat the beef brisket dry with paper towels. Season generously with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika.
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Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the brisket on both sides until browned (about 4 minutes per side). Remove and set aside.
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In the same skillet, sauté the onions until soft, about 3 minutes. Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant. Transfer the onions and garlic to the slow cooker.
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In the slow cooker, combine beef broth, barbecue sauce, soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, and thyme. Stir well.
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Place the seared brisket on top of the onion mixture in the slow cooker. Spoon some sauce over the meat. Cover and cook on low for 8-10 hours, or on high for 5-6 hours, until the brisket is tender and easily shredded.
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Remove the brisket from the slow cooker and let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing against the grain.
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Serve the brisket with its sauce on the side. Pair it with mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or coleslaw for a hearty meal.
# Additional Notes:
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For extra flavor, let the brisket marinate in the sauce overnight before cooking.
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You can thicken the sauce by simmering it on the stovetop with a slurry of cornstarch and water if desired.