Crock Pot Sweet Sour Brisket

Transform your next family dinner with this irresistible Crock Pot Sweet and Sour Brisket, a slow-cooked masterpiece that combines tender beef brisket with a tangy-sweet homemade sauce. Perfectly seasoned with kosher salt and black pepper, this 4-pound brisket is layered over caramelized onions and garlic, then bathed in a rich sauce made with ketchup, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, soy sauce, and Dijon mustard. Let the Crock Pot work its magic for 8 hours, creating a melt-in-your-mouth texture and unforgettable flavor. Finish with a thickened glaze using cornstarch, and serve this crowd-pleasing dish alongside mashed potatoes, roasted veggies, or rice for the ultimate comfort meal. This recipe delivers all-day depth of flavor with minimal hands-on effort, making it a must-try for busy weeknights or special occasions.

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:480 mins

Total Time:500 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 4 pounds beef brisket
• 1 tablespoon kosher salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 large yellow onion
• 4 large garlic cloves
• 1 cup ketchup
• 0.5 cup brown sugar
• 0.25 cup apple cider vinegar
• 3 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
• 0.5 cup beef broth
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons water

Directions

Step 1

Season the brisket generously with kosher salt and black pepper on both sides.

Step 2

Peel and slice the onions into thick rings, and mince the garlic cloves.

Step 3

Place the onions in an even layer at the bottom of the Crock Pot, then add the minced garlic on top.

Step 4

In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the ketchup, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, soy sauce, Dijon mustard, and beef broth until fully combined.

Step 5

Place the seasoned brisket on top of the onions and garlic in the Crock Pot.

Step 6

Pour the sweet and sour sauce evenly over the brisket, ensuring the meat is covered as much as possible.

Step 7

Cover the Crock Pot with its lid and set it to low heat. Cook for 8 hours, or until the brisket is fork-tender and easily shred-able.

Step 8

Once cooked, carefully remove the brisket from the Crock Pot and place it on a large cutting board or platter. Allow it to rest for 10 minutes.

Step 9

In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch and water to form a slurry.

Step 10

Transfer the sauce from the Crock Pot into a saucepan and bring it to a simmer over medium heat. Stir in the cornstarch slurry and allow the sauce to thicken for 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly.

Step 11

Slice the brisket across the grain into thin slices and drizzle the thickened sauce over it before serving.

Step 12

Serve hot with your choice of sides, such as mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or steamed rice.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2760.8 grams (2760.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5010

Total Fat 224.50g	288%
Saturated Fat 84.10g	421%
Polyunsaturated Fat 8.60g
Cholesterol 1706mg	569%
Sodium 12504mg	544%
Total Carbohydrate 183.20g	67%
Dietary Fiber 7.00g	25%
Total Sugars 125.80g
Protein 544.30g	1089%

Vitamin D 145IU	726%
Calcium 382mg	29%
Iron 53mg	294%
Potassium 6109mg	130%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 41.0%

Protein: 44.2%

Carbs: 14.9%