Tender Braised Beef Brisket
A classic dish of slow-cooked beef brisket infused with rich flavors from red wine, beef broth, and herbs, perfect for family dinners or special occasions.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 3-4 lbs beef brisket Choose a good quality brisket for better flavor and tenderness.
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 cup red wine Can substitute with additional beef broth if necessary.
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 2-3 sprigs fresh thyme
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C).
- In a large Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.
- Season the brisket with salt and pepper, then sear it in the pot until browned on both sides.
- Remove the brisket and set it aside.
- In the same pot, add the chopped onion and garlic, cooking until softened.
- Pour in the red wine to deglaze the pot, scraping up any brown bits from the bottom.
- Stir in the beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, thyme, and bay leaf.
- Return the brisket to the pot, cover it, and transfer it to the preheated oven.
- Braise for about 3-4 hours, until the meat is tender.
- Remove the brisket, let it rest, then slice and serve it with the cooking liquid.
Notes
Let the brisket rest after cooking to help retain its juices. You can add more vegetables like carrots or celery to the pot for added flavor.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 36gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 800mgSugar: 2g
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