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Sweet & Savory Caramelized Pulled Beef Brisket Delight

Sweet & Savory Caramelized Pulled Beef Brisket Delight Awaits

This Sweet & Savory Caramelized Pulled Beef Brisket Delight is a crowd-pleasing comfort food perfect for dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 9 hours
Resting Time 20 minutes
Total Time 9 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 6 people
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 500
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Brisket
  • 4-5 pounds Beef Brisket Choose well-marbled cuts for enhanced flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to personal taste.
  • 1 tablespoon Black Pepper Fresh-ground adds depth.
For the Aromatics
  • 2 large Onions Caramelized for flavor enhancement.
  • 6 cloves Garlic Enhances overall flavor profile.
For the Glaze
  • ½ cup Brown Sugar Coconut sugar can be a healthier alternative.
  • ¼ cup Soy Sauce Swap with tamari for a gluten-free alternative.
  • 1 cup Beef Broth Vegetable broth can be a lighter substitute.
  • ¼ cup Apple Cider Vinegar White vinegar can be used instead.
  • 1 tablespoon Smoked Paprika Essential for the dish's depth.
  • 1 tablespoon Ground Cumin Enhances overall flavor profile.

Equipment

  • slow cooker
  • Skillet
  • Dutch oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Trim excess fat from the beef brisket. Rub the brisket with salt, smoked paprika, ground cumin, and black pepper.
  2. In a skillet, heat oil and sauté onions until caramelized. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
  3. Layer caramelized onions in slow cooker/Dutch oven, place brisket on top. Mix brown sugar, soy sauce, beef broth, and vinegar and pour over brisket.
  4. Cook on low for 8-10 hours or bake at 300°F for 3-4 hours until fork-tender.
  5. Remove brisket, let rest for 20 minutes, then shred and mix back into cooking liquid.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 45gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 20mg

Notes

Consider marinating overnight for richer flavor. Always let the brisket rest post-cooking for maximum juiciness.

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