Description

This Slow Cooker Beef Brisket with BBQ Sauce is a tender, flavorful dish perfect for a hearty family meal or special occasion. The beef brisket is seared to develop a rich crust, then slow-cooked in a homemade BBQ sauce infused with smoky paprika, apple cider vinegar, and spices. The long, slow cooking process ensures the meat becomes succulent and infused with deep flavors, served with the delicious sauce for a satisfying experience.

Ingredients

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Beef Brisket

2.5 kg (5.5 lbs) beef brisket
1 tbsp olive oil

Sauce and Seasoning

1 onion, sliced
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 cup (250ml) beef stock
1 cup (250ml) BBQ sauce
1/4 cup (60ml) apple cider vinegar
2 tbsp brown sugar
1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
1 tsp smoked paprika
1 tsp dried thyme
Salt and pepper, to taste

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Instructions

Sear the Brisket: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the brisket on all sides until browned, about 2-3 minutes per side. Transfer the seared brisket to the slow cooker.
Sauté Aromatics: In the same skillet, add the sliced onion and minced garlic. Cook until softened and fragrant, about 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent burning.
Prepare Sauce Mixture: Pour in the beef stock, BBQ sauce, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, smoked paprika, and dried thyme into the skillet with the onions and garlic. Stir well and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer to blend the flavors.
Combine and Slow Cook: Pour the simmered sauce mixture over the brisket in the slow cooker. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Cover and cook on low for 8 to 10 hours, or until the brisket is tender and easily shreddable with a fork.
Rest and Serve: Remove the brisket from the slow cooker and let it rest for 10 minutes to allow juices to redistribute. Slice the brisket against the grain and serve with the BBQ sauce from the slow cooker drizzled over the top.

Notes

For best results, use a well-marbled brisket to ensure tenderness and flavor.
Searing the meat before slow cooking helps develop deeper flavors and prevents the brisket from being bland.
To make ahead, the brisket can be cooked the day before and reheated gently in the sauce.
Pair with classic sides like mashed potatoes, coleslaw, or roasted vegetables.
If you prefer a spicier BBQ sauce, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or hot sauce to the simmering sauce mixture.