These BBQ beef brisket sandwiches are a crowd-pleaser, perfect for a summer BBQ or a cozy night in. The slow-cooked brisket is tender and flavorful, complemented by the tangy BBQ sauce and the soft buns. Make a big batch and watch them disappear in no time!
Ingredients
- 3-4 pound beef brisket
- 1 onion, sliced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup BBQ sauce
- 1/2 cup beef broth
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 8 hamburger buns
Directions
- Season the brisket with salt, pepper, smoked paprika, and cayenne pepper.
- Place the sliced onions and minced garlic in the bottom of a slow cooker.
- Place the seasoned brisket on top of the onions and garlic.
- In a bowl, mix together the BBQ sauce, beef broth, brown sugar, and pour over the brisket.
- Cover and cook on low heat for 8 hours, or until the brisket is tender and easily shreds with a fork.
- Remove the brisket from the slow cooker and shred using two forks.
- Place the shredded brisket back into the slow cooker and stir to coat with the BBQ sauce.
- Toast the hamburger buns and place a generous amount of the BBQ beef brisket mixture on each bun.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Interesting Facts
Brisket is a tough but flavorful cut of meat that benefits from long, slow cooking.
The use of a slow cooker ensures that the brisket becomes tender and juicy.
BBQ sauce adds a tangy and sweet flavor to the beef brisket, making it a perfect pairing for sandwiches.