Description
This recipe for Caramelized Pulled Beef Brisket delivers a comforting and flavorful meal. Tender, slow-cooked brisket is infused with the sweetness of caramelized onions and a savory glaze, making it perfect for sandwiches, tacos, or serving over rice. It’s an easy yet impressive dish that balances sweet and savory notes for a truly satisfying experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 pounds Beef Brisket
- 2 medium Yellow Onions
- 4 cloves Garlic
- 1/2 cup Brown Sugar
- 1/4 cup Soy Sauce
- 1 cup Beef Broth
- 1/4 cup Apple Cider Vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Smoked Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin
- 1 teaspoon Black Pepper
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- Oil for sautéing
Instructions
- Trim excess fat from the brisket, leaving about 1/4 inch.
- Rub the brisket generously with a spice mix of smoked paprika, ground cumin, black pepper, and salt.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat and sauté sliced yellow onions until golden brown, about 15-20 minutes.
- Add minced garlic to the skillet and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
- Layer the caramelized onions and garlic at the bottom of your slow cooker or Dutch oven.
- Place the seasoned brisket on top of the onions.
- In a separate bowl, mix together the brown sugar, soy sauce, beef broth, and apple cider vinegar to create the glaze.
- Pour the glaze mixture evenly over the brisket.
- Cover and cook in a slow cooker on low for 8-10 hours, or in a Dutch oven preheated to 300°F (150°C) for 3-4 hours, until the brisket is fork-tender.
- Once cooked, let the brisket rest for 20 minutes.
- Using two forks, shred the brisket and mix it into the cooking liquid to keep it moist and flavorful.
Notes
- Serve with tangy coleslaw for an extra crunch and flavor contrast.
- For best results, marinate the brisket overnight with the spice rub and liquids.
- Ensure the brisket reaches an internal temperature between 195°F to 205°F for perfect tenderness.
- Save and mix the shredded brisket back into the cooking liquid to maintain moisture.
- Adjust spices according to your preference.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 8-10 hours (slow cooker) or 3-4 hours (Dutch oven)
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooker / Dutch Oven
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 300 kcal
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg