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How to Cook a Brisket

A tender and flavorful brisket, slow-cooked to perfection, ideal for gatherings and special occasions.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 5 hours
Total Time 5 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Brisket
  • 4 pounds beef brisket trimmed
  • 2 tablespoons salt kosher
  • 1 tablespoon black pepper freshly ground
  • 1 tablespoon paprika
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon onion powder
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 1 cup barbecue sauce for serving

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 300°F (150°C).
  2. In a small bowl, mix together salt, black pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder.
  3. Rub the spice mixture all over the brisket.
Cooking
  1. Place the brisket in a roasting pan and pour the beef broth around it.
  2. Cover the pan tightly with aluminum foil.
  3. Cook in the preheated oven for about 5 hours, or until the internal temperature reaches 195°F (90°C).
  4. Remove the brisket from the oven and let it rest for at least 30 minutes before slicing.
Serving
  1. Slice the brisket against the grain and serve with barbecue sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 60gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgSugar: 1gCalcium: 2mgIron: 20mg

Notes

For best results, marinate the brisket overnight with the spice rub.

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