Home Cured Corned Beef

Transform your kitchen into a gourmet deli with this flavorful Home Cured Corned Beef recipe! By combining a rich brine infused with aromatic spices like coriander, mustard seeds, and cloves, you’ll create a tender, perfectly seasoned beef brisket that rivals store-bought versions. This DIY corning process requires just 20 minutes of prep and a few days of curing, allowing the beef to absorb every savory note. Slow-simmered to fork-tender perfection, this homemade corned beef can be served hot or cold, making it the ideal centerpiece for classic Reuben sandwiches, comforting hash, or a festive St. Patrick’s Day feast. Skip the preservatives and elevate your cooking with this satisfying, easy-to-make cured beef recipe that’s worth the wait!

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:180 mins

Total Time:200 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 5 pounds Beef brisket
• 1 gallon Water
• 1 cup Kosher salt
• 0.5 cup Sugar
• 1 teaspoon Pink curing salt (sodium nitrite)
• 1 tablespoon Whole coriander seeds
• 1 tablespoon Whole mustard seeds
• 1 tablespoon Black peppercorns
• 1 teaspoon Whole cloves
• 1 teaspoon Allspice berries
• 1 teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes
• 3 leaves Bay leaves
• 4 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 item Large resealable plastic bag or non-reactive container

Directions

Step 1

In a large pot, combine water, kosher salt, sugar, and pink curing salt. Heat the mixture over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the salt and sugar dissolve completely. Remove from heat and let cool to room temperature.

Step 2

Once the brine has cooled, add the coriander seeds, mustard seeds, black peppercorns, cloves, allspice berries, crushed red pepper flakes, bay leaves, and garlic. Stir to combine.

Step 3

Place the beef brisket into a large resealable plastic bag or a non-reactive container. Pour the brine mixture over the beef until it is fully submerged. Seal the bag or cover the container tightly. Place in the refrigerator.

Step 4

Allow the brisket to brine for 5–7 days, turning it once a day to ensure even curing.

Step 5

After curing, remove the beef from the brine and rinse it thoroughly under cold water. Pat it dry with paper towels.

Step 6

To cook the corned beef, place it in a large pot and cover it with water. Add additional spices if desired, such as bay leaves and peppercorns.

Step 7

Bring the pot to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer. Cover the pot and cook for approximately 3 hours or until the beef is tender and easily pierced with a fork.

Step 8

Once cooked, remove the corned beef from the pot and let it rest for 10–15 minutes before slicing against the grain.

Step 9

Serve hot or cold, and enjoy your homemade corned beef in your favorite dishes!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	6567.7 grams (6567.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5745

Total Fat 276.80g	355%
Saturated Fat 105.10g	526%
Polyunsaturated Fat 10.70g
Cholesterol 2132mg	711%
Sodium 117696mg	5117%
Total Carbohydrate 117.30g	43%
Dietary Fiber 7.00g	25%
Total Sugars 100.30g
Protein 671.10g	1342%

Vitamin D 181IU	907%
Calcium 600mg	46%
Iron 65mg	362%
Potassium 6803mg	145%

*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: 44.1%

Protein: 47.6%

Carbs: 8.3%