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Sweet and Smoky Beef Brisket Recipe

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  • Author: Julia
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 6 hours
  • Total Time: 6 hours 30 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Description

This Sweet and Smoky Beef Brisket is a flavorful oven-braised dish featuring a bold dry rub and a rich, tangy roasting liquid. Cooked low and slow at a low oven temperature for about 6 hours, the brisket becomes ultra-tender, juicy, and infused with a perfect balance of sweet, smoky, and savory flavors. Ideal for comforting family meals or special occasions, this recipe yields melt-in-your-mouth slices of beef brisket seasoned with paprika, maple sugar, and liquid smoke.

Ingredients

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Dry Rub

  • ¼ cup paprika
  • 3 tablespoons maple sugar
  • 2 tablespoons kosher salt
  • 2 tablespoons garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Brisket and Roasting Liquid

  • 5 to 6 pounds beef brisket
  • ¼ cup black coffee
  • ¼ cup liquid smoke
  • 2 tablespoons blackstrap molasses
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce

Instructions

  1. Apply the dry rub. Preheat your oven to 250°F. Liberally rub the dry spice mixture over both sides of the beef brisket to coat it evenly. If the brisket has been refrigerated, allow it to come to room temperature for about 30 minutes before cooking to ensure even cooking throughout.
  2. Mix roasting liquid. Whisk together the black coffee, liquid smoke, blackstrap molasses, apple cider vinegar, and Worcestershire sauce in a bowl. Pour this mixture into a roasting pan, then place the rubbed brisket on top. Cover the roasting pan tightly with aluminum foil to seal in moisture during cooking.
  3. Cook the brisket. Place the pan in the preheated oven and cook for approximately 6 hours, or until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the brisket registers between 195°F and 200°F. This slow cooking method breaks down the connective tissue producing tender, juicy meat.
  4. Slice the brisket. Remove the brisket from the oven and let it rest, still covered, for 30 minutes to allow juices to redistribute. After resting, slice the brisket thinly against the grain to ensure the most tender and flavorful pieces for serving.

Notes

  • This oven beef brisket recipe achieves a perfect combination of sweet and smoky flavors through its spice rub and braising liquids.
  • Cooking low and slow at 250°F allows the brisket to become tender and juicy, perfect for slicing.
  • Letting the brisket rest after cooking is crucial to keep it moist.
  • For best results, use a meat thermometer to avoid overcooking or undercooking.
  • Serve with your favorite sides such as roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or coleslaw.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 500 kcal
  • Sugar: 9 g
  • Sodium: 2047 mg
  • Fat: 21 g
  • Saturated Fat: 7 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 14 g
  • Fiber: 2 g
  • Protein: 60 g
  • Cholesterol: 176 mg

Find it online: https://lazydayrecipes.com/sweet-and-smoky-beef-brisket-recipe/