Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this flavorful "Favorite Brisket Crock Pot" recipe, a melt-in-your-mouth masterpiece that's as easy as it is delicious. Perfectly seasoned with a smoky spice blend of smoked paprika and cumin, this 4-pound beef brisket is seared to perfection before slow-cooking for hours in a rich, tangy sauce made with beef broth, tomato paste, apple cider vinegar, and a touch of brown sugar. Combined with tender onions and garlic, this dish boasts deep, savory flavors that develop beautifully over time. With just 20 minutes of prep and your trusty crock pot handling the rest, this set-it-and-forget-it recipe guarantees a hearty, tender dinner to savor with family. Serve with mashed potatoes or roasted vegetables for an unforgettable meal!
Trim any excess fat from the beef brisket and pat it dry with paper towels.
Rub the brisket with 1 teaspoon of salt, 1 teaspoon of black pepper, smoked paprika, and cumin powder.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the brisket on both sides for 2-3 minutes per side, until nicely browned. Transfer the brisket to the crock pot.
In the same skillet, add the sliced onions and minced garlic. Cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened and fragrant. Transfer the onions and garlic to the crock pot, spreading them over and around the brisket.
In a small bowl, whisk together the beef broth, tomato paste, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, and the remaining 0.5 teaspoon of salt. Pour this mixture over the brisket in the crock pot.
Cover the crock pot with the lid and cook on low heat for 8 hours (or on high heat for 6 hours) until the brisket is tender and can be easily shredded with a fork.
Once cooked, remove the brisket from the crock pot and let it rest on a cutting board for 10 minutes. Slice it against the grain or shred it as desired.
Optionally, skim any excess fat from the liquid in the crock pot. Serve the brisket with the juices and onions as a sauce or drizzle over the meat.
Serve hot with your favorite sides like mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or a fresh salad.
Serving size | 2410.8 grams (2410.8g) |
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Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
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Calories | 4688 |
Total Fat 247.50g | 317% |
Saturated Fat 88.70g | 444% |
Polyunsaturated Fat 11.20g | |
Cholesterol 1706mg | 569% |
Sodium 11316mg | 492% |
Total Carbohydrate 52.70g | 19% |
Dietary Fiber 7.10g | 25% |
Total Sugars 31.30g | |
Protein 541.70g | 1083% |
Vitamin D 145IU | 726% |
Calcium 326mg | 25% |
Iron 55mg | 303% |
Potassium 6169mg | 131% |
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