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How to Make Braised Brisket - A Step-by-Step Guide

Braised brisket is a classic comfort food dish that is perfect for a cozy family dinner or a special occasion. This slow-cooked, tender beef brisket is infused with rich, savory flavors and it practically melts in your mouth. It's a dish that requires a bit of time and patience, but the end result is well worth it. Whether you're entertaining a crowd or just treating your loved ones to a special meal, this braised brisket recipe is sure to impress.

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Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 6 carrots, peeled and chopped
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 1 (8 ounce) package fresh mushrooms, quartered
  • 2 stalks celery, diced
  • ¼ cup kosher salt
  • 1 tablespoon ground black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1 teaspoon ground allspice
  • ½ teaspoon ground cloves
  • ½ teaspoon ground cayenne pepper (Optional)
  • 1 (4 pound) beef brisket
  • 3 cups cola soft drink (such as Pepsi®)
  • 1 cup water, or more as needed to cover (Optional)
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice

Information

  • Prep Time: 1 hr
  • Cook Time: 4 hrs 20 mins
  • Additional Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 5 hrs 35 mins
  • Servings: 5
  • Yield: 5 servings

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat; cook and stir carrots, onion, mushrooms, and celery until vegetables start to become tender, about 8 minutes. Spread vegetables into the bottom of a large, deep baking dish, retaining olive oil in skillet.
  • Combine kosher salt, black pepper, chili powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice, cloves, and cayenne pepper in a resealable plastic bag. Pat brisket dry with paper towels and rub spice mixture all over the meat.
  • Sear seasoned brisket in skillet over medium-high heat on all sides until browned and spice rub has formed a crust, about 2 minutes per side. Lay the seared brisket on top of the vegetables in the baking dish.
  • Pour 1/2 cup cola soft drink into the hot skillet; scrape up and dissolve any browned bits of food on the bottom of the skillet. Pour hot cola and pan drippings over the brisket; pour remaining cola over meat. If cola does not cover meat, pour in enough water to cover. Drizzle lemon juice into the dish.
  • Cover dish and bake in the preheated oven for 1 hour. Reduce heat to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C) and cook until meat is very tender, about 3 more hours. Remove brisket and let rest for at least 15 minutes before slicing.

    • Nutrition

    647 cal.

    • Total Fat: 37g
    • Saturated Fat: 13g
    • Cholesterol: 148mg
    • Sodium: 4750mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 32g
    • Dietary Fiber: 5g
    • Total Sugars: 23g
    • Protein: 46g
    • Vitamin C: 13mg
    • Calcium: 86mg
    • Iron: 5mg
    • Potassium: 947mg

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