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Slow Cooker Beef Brisket with BBQ Sauce

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This Slow Cooker Beef Brisket with BBQ Sauce is a melt-in-your-mouth dish perfect for gatherings.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 hours
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 hours 40 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Brisket
  • 4 pounds Beef Brisket The star of the dish, providing rich flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Adds moisture and helps the rub adhere.
  • 1 tablespoon Brown Sugar Contributes sweetness and caramelization.
  • 1 tablespoon Paprika Powder Adds color and mild earthiness.
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder Provides depth and sweetness.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Imparts strong flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin Powder Adds warm, nutty notes.
  • 1 teaspoon Mustard Powder Offers tanginess to the rub.
  • 2 teaspoons Salt Essential for enhancing the dish's flavors.
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Adds mild heat.
For the BBQ Sauce
  • 4 cloves Garlic Cloves Fresh garlic strengthens the sauce's flavor.
  • 1/2 cup Apple Cider Vinegar Balances sweetness with acidity.
  • 1 cup Ketchup Forms the base of your BBQ sauce.
  • 1 tablespoon Additional Brown Sugar Boosts the sweetness in the BBQ sauce.
  • 1 teaspoon Other Spices (Black Pepper, Onion Powder, Mustard Powder, Cayenne Pepper) Enhance complexity; adjust cayenne for spice preference.
  • 2 teaspoons Worcestershire Sauce Adds savory depth.

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker
  • Saucepan
  • Baking tray

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium bowl, combine all the dry rub ingredients, then coat the beef brisket with this rub. Allow to rest for at least 30 minutes.
  2. In the slow cooker, add garlic, apple cider vinegar, ketchup, brown sugar, and other spices. Stir well and nestle the brisket into the mixture.
  3. Set the slow cooker to low and cook for 8 to 10 hours until fork-tender.
  4. Transfer the brisket to a large tray, reserving the cooking liquid. Let the brisket rest.
  5. Pour the reserved cooking liquid into a saucepan, bring it to a gentle boil, and simmer until it thickens.
  6. Preheat your oven to 200°C (390°F). Drizzle olive oil over the brisket and roast it for 15 minutes, basting it with reduced sauce.
  7. Return the brisket to the oven for an additional 5 to 10 minutes until edges are crisp.
  8. Slice the brisket across the grain and serve with remaining BBQ sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gIron: 2mg

Notes

Trim the fat from brisket for best results. Ensure to check tenderness before removing the meat from the slow cooker.

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