This recipe for beef brisket is a surefire way to impress your guests with a tender and flavorful dish. The meat is slow-cooked to perfection, allowing it to become melt-in-your-mouth tender, while the marinade adds a burst of delicious flavor. Whether you're serving it for a special occasion or simply craving a satisfying and comforting meal, this beef brisket will surely satisfy your taste buds.
Ingredients
- 4 pounds beef brisket
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large onion, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 cup red wine
- 1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (165°C).
- Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.
- Add the diced onion to the pot and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Push the onion and garlic to the sides of the pot and place the beef brisket in the center.
- Sear the beef on both sides until browned, about 5 minutes per side.
- In a mixing bowl, combine beef broth, red wine, Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, brown sugar, Dijon mustard, smoked paprika, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
- Pour the marinade over the beef brisket in the pot.
- Cover the pot with a tight-fitting lid and transfer it to the preheated oven.
- Cook the beef brisket for about 4 hours, or until it is fork-tender and easily pulls apart.
- Remove the pot from the oven and let the beef brisket rest for 15 minutes before slicing.
- Slice the beef brisket against the grain and serve with the cooked onions and garlic from the pot, along with the delicious marinade.