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Caramelized Pulled Beef Brisket

This slow-cooked caramelized pulled beef brisket is a cozy delight with smoky and sweet flavors, perfect for family gatherings and meal prep.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 hours
Total Time 10 hours 30 minutes
Course Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine American, Comfort Food
Servings 6 servings
Calories 400 kcal

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 3-4 lb beef brisket Look for a brisket with some marbling.
  • 2 tbsp olive oil For searing.
  • 2 tsp salt Enhances flavors.
  • 1 tsp black pepper Enhances flavors.
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika For a smoky flavor.
  • 1 tsp garlic powder For flavor.
  • 1 tsp onion powder For flavor.
  • ½ tsp chili powder Optional for spice.
  • 2 cups beef broth Keeps brisket juicy.
  • 1 cup barbecue sauce Choose your favorite flavor.
  • 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce Adds umami.
  • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard Adds a kick.
  • 1 tbsp brown sugar For sweetness and caramelization.
  • 1 whole onion, sliced Sweetens when cooked.
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced Enhances flavor.
  • 2 tbsp butter For caramelizing.
  • ¼ cup brown sugar For caramelization.
  • 2 tbsp beef drippings For flavor during caramelization.

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Trim excessive fat from the brisket, rinse, pat dry, and season generously with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, and chili powder.

Searing

  • Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat, sear the brisket for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden-brown.

Slow Cooking

  • For slow cooker method, place seared brisket in the slow cooker with onions, garlic, beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, and barbecue sauce. Cook on low for 8-10 hours.
  • For oven method, wrap seared brisket in foil and place in a roasting pan. Add beef broth and bake at 300°F (150°C) for 5-6 hours.

Shredding

  • Transfer the brisket to a cutting board and shred using forks.

Caramelizing

  • In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add shredded brisket, beef drippings, brown sugar, and Worcestershire sauce. Cook until caramelized, about 5-10 minutes.

Notes

Let the brisket rest before shredding for juiciness. Searing adds flavor and texture. Adjust sweetness during caramelization to taste.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 35gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 800mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5g
Keyword Brisket, caramelized, Comfort Food, Pulled Beef, Slow Cooker
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