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Tender Braised Beef Brisket

Tender Braised Beef Brisket

A delicious and tender beef brisket braised to perfection with vegetables and herbs, creating a hearty and flavorful dish.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Resting Time 15 minutes
Total Time 4 hours 20 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 7 servings
Calories 350 kcal

Equipment

  • skillet
  • Dutch oven

Ingredients
  

Beef and Seasonings

  • 2 to 3 pounds beef brisket
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Vegetables and Flavorings

  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 carrots, chopped
  • 2 celery stalks, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste

Liquids and Sweetener

  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 1 cup red wine
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar

Herbs

  • 2 bay leaves
  • 3 sprigs fresh thyme
  • 2 sprigs fresh rosemary
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions
 

Cooking Steps

  • Pat the brisket dry and season with salt and pepper.
  • Sear the brisket in olive oil until browned on all sides.
  • Remove and sauté onion, carrots, celery, then add garlic.
  • Stir in tomato paste and deglaze with red wine.
  • Add beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, and brown sugar.
  • Return brisket and add herbs.
  • Cover and braise at 300°F for 3 to 4 hours.
  • Rest the brisket for 15 minutes before slicing.
  • Simmer sauce until slightly thickened.
  • Serve sliced brisket with sauce and garnish with parsley.

Notes

For a richer flavor, let the brisket marinate overnight. Adjust cooking time based on the size of your brisket. Serve with mashed potatoes or crusty bread for a complete meal.

Nutrition

Serving: 4ozCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2g
Keyword Beef, Braised, Brisket, gluten-free, Hearty, Tender
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