This easy baked beef brisket recipe is a perfect choice for a weekend dinner or special occasion. The brisket is seasoned with a flavorful rub, slow-cooked in the oven until tender, and then finished with a mouthwatering glaze. The result is a juicy and delicious beef brisket that will impress your guests.
Ingredients
- 3-4 pounds beef brisket
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon paprika
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1/2 cup barbecue sauce
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 300°F.
- In a small bowl, mix together the brown sugar, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper to make the rub.
- Rub the spice mixture all over the brisket, making sure to coat it evenly.
- Place the brisket in a roasting pan and add the beef broth.
- Cover the pan with foil and bake for 2.5 hours.
- After 2.5 hours, remove the foil, brush the brisket with barbecue sauce, and bake for another 30 minutes, uncovered.
- Once the brisket is tender and glazed, remove it from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
- Serve the sliced brisket with your favorite sides and enjoy!
Interesting Facts
Beef brisket is a tough cut of meat that benefits from slow cooking to break down the connective tissue and become tender.
This recipe can easily be adapted for a slow cooker for even more convenience.
Leftover brisket makes delicious sandwiches the next day!