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Sophie Bennett

Tender Slow Cooked Beef Brisket

Tender slow-cooked beef brisket with onions, garlic, and rich savory broth perfect for cozy family dinners or meal prep.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 9 hours
Total Time 9 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 lb beef brisket
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 large yellow onions sliced
  • 6 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 1/2 cups low-sodium beef broth
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 2 bay leaves
Seasoning Rub:
  • 2 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
  • 2 teaspoons garlic powder
  • 2 teaspoons onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar

Method
 

  1. Pat brisket dry and mix all seasoning rub ingredients in a bowl. Coat brisket thoroughly.
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and sear brisket 3–4 minutes per side until browned.
  3. Add onions and garlic to the slow cooker. Place brisket on top.
  4. Whisk beef broth, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, and apple cider vinegar together. Pour around brisket.
  5. Add bay leaves and cover. Cook on LOW for 8–9 hours until fork tender.
  6. Rest brisket 15 minutes before slicing against the grain or shredding.

Notes

Trim excess fat if needed, but leave some for flavor and moisture. Store leftovers with extra cooking liquid to keep the meat juicy. Brisket tastes even better the next day.