Description

Slow Cooker Beef Brisket is a tender, flavorful dish made with a slow-cooked brisket simmered in a savory broth and spices. Perfect for easy family dinners or meal prep, it delivers fall-apart texture with minimal effort.

Ingredients

3–4 lbs beef brisket, trimmed
1 tbsp olive oil
1 large onion, sliced
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup beef broth
2 tbsp tomato paste or barbecue sauce
1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
1 tbsp soy sauce (optional)
2 tbsp brown sugar
1 tsp smoked paprika
1 tsp ground cumin
1 tsp chili powder
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
2 sprigs fresh thyme or rosemary (optional)

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Instructions

In a small bowl, mix together salt, pepper, paprika, cumin, chili powder, and brown sugar. Rub all over the brisket and let sit for 15–30 minutes.
Optional: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the brisket for 3–4 minutes per side until browned. Set aside.
Place sliced onions and garlic in the bottom of the slow cooker. Lay the brisket on top.
In a bowl, whisk together beef broth, tomato paste or barbecue sauce, Worcestershire sauce, and soy sauce (if using). Pour over the brisket. Add fresh herbs if using.
Cover and cook on low for 8–10 hours or high for 4–5 hours, until the brisket is fork-tender.
Remove brisket and let it rest for 10–15 minutes. Slice against the grain or shred.
Optional: Skim fat from cooking liquid and simmer to reduce into a sauce. Spoon over brisket before serving.

Notes

Skip searing to save time—flavor will still develop well in the slow cooker.For a BBQ-style version, add barbecue sauce and broil the brisket after cooking for a caramelized finish.Add vegetables like carrots or potatoes during the last 2–3 hours of cooking.Slice against the grain for the most tender texture.Freezes well—store with juices to keep moist.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1/8 of recipe
Calories: 410
Sugar: 5g
Sodium: 680mg
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Unsaturated Fat: 12g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 6g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 42g
Cholesterol: 125mg