Slow Cooker Beef Brisket

Slow Cooker Beef Brisket is a delicious and tender dish that’s perfect for a comforting meal. Here’s a simple recipe to make it:

Ingredients:

• 1 (3-4 pound) beef brisket, trimmed of excess fat
• 2 onions, sliced
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup beef broth
• 1/4 cup soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
• 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
• 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar or a sugar substitute for a keto-friendly option
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 bay leaves

Instructions:

1. Prepare Brisket: Pat the brisket dry with paper towels and season it generously with salt and pepper.
2. Layer Ingredients: Place sliced onions and minced garlic in the bottom of the slow cooker. Lay the seasoned brisket on top of the onions.
3. Mix Sauce: In a mixing bowl, whisk together beef broth, soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar (or sugar substitute), Dijon mustard, smoked paprika, dried thyme, and black pepper until well combined.
4. Pour Sauce Over Brisket: Pour the sauce mixture over the brisket in the slow cooker. Add bay leaves to the pot.
5. Cook: Cover the slow cooker with the lid and cook on low heat for 8-10 hours or on high heat for 4-6 hours, or until the brisket is fork-tender and easily pulls apart.
6. Rest and Slice: Once the brisket is cooked, carefully remove it from the slow cooker and transfer it to a cutting board. Let it rest for a few minutes before slicing it against the grain into thin slices.
7. Serve: Serve the sliced beef brisket with the onions and some of the cooking juices spooned over the top. You can also serve it with mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or your favorite side dishes.
8. Enjoy: Enjoy this flavorful and tender Slow Cooker Beef Brisket as a comforting and satisfying meal!

This Slow Cooker Beef Brisket recipe is perfect for busy days when you want a delicious meal waiting for you at the end of the day. The slow cooking process helps tenderize the brisket and infuse it with amazing flavors.