How to Make Basic Beef Brisket in a Dutch Oven - A Step-by-Step Guide

Welcome to a classic recipe for making a mouthwatering beef brisket in a Dutch oven. This dish is perfect for a cozy family dinner or a gathering with friends, and it's sure to become a favorite in your recipe rotation. With just a few simple ingredients and some patience, you can create a tender and flavorful brisket that will have everyone coming back for seconds.

Beef brisket is a cut of meat that comes from the breast or lower chest of the cow, and it's known for its rich flavor a...

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Ingredients

  • 1 (3 pound) beef brisket
  • ½ teaspoon seasoned salt
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 large onions, sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 1 cup ketchup
  • ⅓ cup packed brown sugar
  • ⅓ cup cider vinegar
  • 3 tablespoons chili powder
  • 2 bay leaves
  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • ¼ cup cold water
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 3 hrs
  • Total Time: 3 hrs 20 mins
  • Servings: 6

  • Sprinkle brisket with seasoned salt and black pepper.
  • Heat oil in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Sear brisket in hot oil until browned on both sides, then transfer to a large plate. Cook and stir onions and garlic in the Dutch oven until vegetables are softened, about 6 minutes. Return brisket to the Dutch oven.
  • Whisk beef broth, ketchup, brown sugar, vinegar, chili powder, bay leaves, and cayenne pepper together in a bowl; drizzle over brisket.
  • Bring mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer until beef is very tender and easily falls apart when pulled with a fork, 2 1/2 to 3 hours. Remove and discard bay leaves. Transfer beef to a platter, reserving liquid in the Dutch oven. Slice beef.
  • Whisk water and flour together in a small bowl; stir into the Dutch oven and bring to a boil until sauce is thickened. Serve sauce over sliced brisket.
  • Nutrition

    558 cal.

    • Total Fat: 36g
    • Saturated Fat: 13g
    • Cholesterol: 92mg
    • Sodium: 760mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 33g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 24g
    • Protein: 26g
    • Vitamin C: 13mg
    • Calcium: 57mg
    • Iron: 4mg
    • Potassium: 591mg