Slow Cooker Beef Brisket
Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
12 hrs
We all think of brisket as a summer event slow-cooked on the grill or in the smoker. Here’s a winter alternative that will make you think it was smoked all day.
Course:
Main Course
Keyword:
beef, brisket, slow cooker
Servings: 12 people
Ingredients
Brisket
- 7-8 lbs. Moody's beef brisket
- 2 T olive oil
- 2 T apple cider vinegar
- 1 T liquid smoke
- Your favorite BBQ rub (or try my recipe below)
Homemade BBQ Rub
- ½ C light brown sugar
- 1 T salt
- 2 T garlic powder
- 2 T onion powder
- 2 T paprika
- 1 t ground black pepper
- 1 t ground cayenne pepper
- 1 T parsley flakes
Instructions
Brisket
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Combine the olive oil, apple cider vinegar, liquid smoke, and BBQ rub.
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Rub the combined mixture generously all over the brisket.
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Spray the slow cooker with a non-stick spray.
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Set the slow cooker on low and let cook for 12 hours.
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When done, carefully remove the brisket from the slow cooker.
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Place the brisket in a foil-lined baking dish and turn the oven on to broil.
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Put the brisket into the oven and let stay long enough for the crust to darken.
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Once done, remove the brisket from the oven and cover it with foil. Let the brisket rest for 1 hour.
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When serving, always slice brisket across the grain with slices ¼ to ½ inch in thickness.
Recipe Notes
Wine Pairing: A good Cabernet Sauvignon or Red Blend will go nicely with this delightful meal. Enjoy!