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Crockpot Brisket Recipe

This Crockpot Brisket Recipe is the perfect solution for a tender, juicy, and flavorful main dish that’s as easy to make as it is delicious.
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Equipment

  • - Crockpot (6-quart or larger)
  • - Large skillet (optional, for searing)
  • Tongs
  • - Mixing bowl
  • Whisk

Ingredients
  

  • - 3–4 lbs 1.3–1.8 kg beef brisket
  • - 1 large onion sliced
  • - 3 cloves garlic minced
  • - 1 cup 240ml beef broth
  • - 1/2 cup 120ml barbecue sauce
  • - 1/4 cup 60ml soy sauce
  • - 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • - 2 tbsp brown sugar
  • - 1 tbsp tomato paste
  • - 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • - 1 tsp ground mustard
  • - 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • - 1/2 tsp salt
  • - 2 tbsp olive oil optional, for searing
  • - Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions
 

  • **Prepare the Brisket:** Pat the brisket dry with paper towels and season with salt and pepper on both sides.
  • **Optional Sear:** Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the brisket for 2–3 minutes per side until browned. This step adds flavor but can be skipped.
  • **Layer the Crockpot:** Place the sliced onions and minced garlic in the bottom of the crockpot. Lay the brisket on top.
  • **Make the Sauce:** In a mixing bowl, whisk together beef broth, barbecue sauce, soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, tomato paste, smoked paprika, and ground mustard. Pour the mixture over the brisket.
  • **Cook:** Cover and cook on LOW for 8–10 hours or HIGH for 4–5 hours, until the brisket is tender and easily pulls apart with a fork.
  • **Rest and Slice:** Remove the brisket from the crockpot and let it rest for 10 minutes. Slice against the grain for the most tender bites.
  • **Serve:** Drizzle some of the cooking juices over the sliced brisket and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.