Herb-Infused Braised Beef Brisket
Delight your senses with this Herb-Infused Braised Beef Brisket, a slow-cooked masterpiece that melds the rich flavors of spices and fresh ingredients into a tender and succulent meal. Perfect for gatherings, this dish offers a melt-in-your-mouth experience that will have your guests raving. Serve it with a side of mashed potatoes or crusty bread to soak up the flavorful juices. This recipe also allows room for personal twists – feel free to add your favorite herbs or vegetables to make it uniquely yours!
6
Servings
566
Calories
11
Ingredients
Ingredients
Salt
1 teaspoon (none)
Black Pepper
1 tablespoon (fresh ground)
Sweet Paprika
1 tablespoon (none)
Dried Oregano
2 teaspoons (none)
Beef Brisket
5 lbs (fat trimmed)
Vegetable Oil
3 tablespoons (none)
Low Sodium Chicken Broth
3 1/2 cups (none)
Chopped Tomatoes
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can (none)
Bay Leaves
2 (none)
Yellow Onions
3 medium (sliced thin)
Garlic Cloves
3 (peeled and chopped)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2
In a small bowl, combine salt, black pepper, sweet paprika, and dried oregano to create the spice mixture.
3
Generously rub the spice mixture all over the beef brisket, ensuring it’s evenly coated.
4
Heat vegetable oil in an ovenproof pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
5
Once hot, carefully place the brisket in the pot and sear it for about 5-7 minutes on each side until browned.
6
Remove the brisket and transfer it to a platter. Pour off any excess fat remaining in the pot.
7
Deglaze the pot by adding low sodium chicken broth and chopped tomatoes, using a wooden spoon to scrape up the flavorful brown bits stuck to the bottom.
8
Return the brisket to the pot along with any accumulated juices, then scatter the sliced onions and chopped garlic over the top.
9
Cover the pot tightly with its lid and place it in the oven. Braise for 1 hour.
10
After 1 hour, remove the lid and continue braising uncovered for another hour, allowing the flavors to meld.
11
After this hour, gently push some of the onions and garlic into the braising liquid surrounding the brisket.
12
Continue to cook for an additional 2 hours until the meat is fork-tender.
13
Serve by slicing the brisket against the grain and spooning onions, tomatoes, and braising liquid over the top.
Nutrition Information
36.7g
Fat
5g
Carbs
50g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Herb-Infused Braised Beef Brisket?
It is a slow-cooked beef dish described as a masterpiece that melds rich flavors of spices and fresh ingredients into a tender and succulent meal.
What type of meat is used in this recipe?
The recipe uses 5 lbs of beef brisket with the fat trimmed.
What temperature should the oven be preheated to?
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
What spices are included in the rub?
The spice mixture consists of salt, fresh ground black pepper, sweet paprika, and dried oregano.
How should the spice mixture be applied to the brisket?
Generously rub the mixture all over the beef brisket until it is evenly coated.
What kind of oil is used for searing?
The recipe requires 3 tablespoons of vegetable oil.
How long should I sear the brisket?
Sear the brisket for approximately 5 to 7 minutes on each side until it is browned.
What is the first step after searing the meat?
Remove the brisket to a platter and pour off any excess fat remaining in the pot.
How do I deglaze the pot?
Deglaze by adding 3 1/2 cups of low sodium chicken broth and one can of chopped tomatoes, scraping the brown bits from the bottom.
Which vegetables are placed on top of the brisket?
Three medium yellow onions (sliced thin) and three peeled and chopped garlic cloves are scattered over the top.
How long is the initial covered braise?
The pot is covered tightly and placed in the oven to braise for 1 hour.
Is the lid removed during the cooking process?
Yes, after the first hour, remove the lid and continue braising uncovered for another hour.
What should be done after the second hour of cooking?
Gently push some of the onions and garlic into the braising liquid surrounding the brisket.
What is the total braising time for this recipe?
The total braising time is 4 hours: 1 hour covered, 1 hour uncovered, and then 2 additional hours.
How do I know when the brisket is finished?
The meat is done when it is fork-tender.
How should the beef be sliced?
The brisket should be sliced against the grain for serving.
What serving suggestions are provided?
Serve with a side of mashed potatoes or crusty bread to soak up the flavorful juices.
Can I customize this brisket recipe?
Yes, the recipe allows room for personal twists such as adding your favorite herbs or vegetables.
How many servings does this recipe yield?
This recipe makes 6 servings.
What is the calorie count per serving?
There are 566 calories per serving.
What is the fat content per serving?
Each serving contains 36.7g of fat.
How much protein is in each serving?
There is 50g of protein per serving.
How many carbohydrates are in a serving?
There are 5g of carbohydrates per serving.
Does this recipe include bay leaves?
Yes, 2 bay leaves are included in the ingredient list.
What type of paprika should be used?
The recipe specifies 1 tablespoon of sweet paprika.
What size can of tomatoes is required?
A 14.5 ounce can of chopped tomatoes is needed.
How are the onions prepared?
Three medium yellow onions should be sliced thin.
How is the garlic prepared?
Three garlic cloves should be peeled and chopped.
What category does this dish belong to?
This dish is categorized under Meat.
What are common tags for this recipe?
Common tags include braised beef, brisket recipe, slow-cooked meat, and comfort food.