Caramelized Pulled Beef Brisket
Tender, slow-cooked beef brisket that's shredded and finished with a sweet, savory glaze for the ultimate comfort food. Perfect for sandwiches, tacos, or a hearty meal over mashed potatoes!
Ingredients
- 3-4 lbs beef brisket
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 large onion, sliced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp tomato paste
- 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- ⅓ cup brown sugar
- 1 cup beef broth
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tbsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp chili powder (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C).
- Generously season the brisket with salt and pepper.
- In a large Dutch oven or oven-safe pot, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Sear the brisket on all sides until browned, about 4-5 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.
- In the same pot, sauté the onions until softened, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and tomato paste and cook for an additional 1–2 minutes.
- Stir in Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, brown sugar, beef broth, apple cider vinegar, smoked paprika, and chili powder (if using). Bring to a simmer.
- Return the brisket to the pot, ensuring it is fully submerged in the sauce. Cover and transfer to the oven. Braise for 3 to 3.5 hours, or until the meat is fork-tender.
- Remove the brisket from the pot and shred it using two forks.
- Skim off excess fat from the sauce and return the pot to the stove. Simmer the sauce for 10-15 minutes to reduce and thicken.
- Return the shredded beef to the pot, stir, and cook uncovered for an additional 10-15 minutes to caramelize slightly.
- Serve the caramelized pulled brisket on buns, over mashed potatoes, or with your favorite side dishes.
Nutrition
Serving: 4peopleCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 30gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 7gTrans Fat: 0.5gCholesterol: 95mgSodium: 520mgSugar: 6g
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