Zippy Sweet Sour Beef Brisket

Get ready to wow your taste buds with this Zippy Sweet Sour Beef Brisket, a mouthwatering combination of tender, slow-cooked beef and a tangy-sweet glaze that’s packed with bold flavors. Perfectly seasoned and seared before simmering in a rich sauce made from ketchup, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, Dijon mustard, and Worcestershire sauce, this brisket strikes the ideal balance of sweet and savory. The long oven braise ensures a melt-in-your-mouth texture, while a cornstarch slurry adds a luscious thickness to the sauce, making it perfect for drizzling over every bite. Whether served with creamy mashed potatoes or roasted vegetables, this dish is a comforting crowd-pleaser and centerpiece-worthy recipe for family dinners or special occasions. Keywords: sweet sour brisket, beef brisket recipe, slow-cooked brisket, tangy brisket sauce, braised beef brisket recipe.

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:240 mins

Total Time:260 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 3 pounds beef brisket
• 2 teaspoons kosher salt
• 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 yellow onion, sliced
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 cup ketchup
• 1 cup apple cider vinegar
• 0.5 cup brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1.5 cups beef broth
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons water

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C).

Step 2

Pat the brisket dry with paper towels. Season both sides generously with kosher salt and black pepper.

Step 3

Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat.

Step 4

Sear the brisket on both sides until browned, about 4-5 minutes per side. Remove the brisket and set it aside.

Step 5

Lower the heat to medium and add the sliced onions to the pot. Sauté until softened, about 5-7 minutes.

Step 6

Add minced garlic and sauté for an additional minute until fragrant.

Step 7

Stir in ketchup, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and beef broth. Mix well to combine.

Step 8

Return the seared brisket to the pot, ensuring it is mostly submerged in the sauce.

Step 9

Cover the pot with a lid and transfer to the preheated oven. Cook for 3.5-4 hours, or until the brisket is fork-tender.

Step 10

Once cooked, transfer the brisket to a cutting board to rest for 10 minutes before slicing thinly against the grain.

Step 11

Meanwhile, in a small bowl, mix cornstarch with water to create a slurry. Bring the pot with the sauce to a simmer on the stovetop and stir in the slurry to thicken the sauce. Cook for about 2-3 minutes, or until the desired consistency is reached.

Step 12

Serve the brisket slices with the sauce drizzled over the top, along with your favorite sides like mashed potatoes or roasted vegetables.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2600.5 grams (2600.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4167

Total Fat 198.40g	254%
Saturated Fat 67.70g	339%
Polyunsaturated Fat 9.10g
Cholesterol 1279mg	426%
Sodium 9581mg	417%
Total Carbohydrate 164.40g	60%
Dietary Fiber 4.50g	16%
Total Sugars 123.60g
Protein 407.40g	815%

Vitamin D 109IU	545%
Calcium 330mg	25%
Iron 41mg	229%
Potassium 4841mg	103%

*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: 43.8%

Protein: 40.0%

Carbs: 16.1%