How to Make Nana Lara's Brisket - A Step-by-Step Guide

Brisket is a classic, comforting dish that is perfect for a cozy family dinner or a special holiday meal. This recipe for Nana Lara's Brisket has been passed down through generations and is a beloved family favorite. The combination of tender, slow-cooked beef, savory onions, and a rich, flavorful sauce is sure to become a staple in your own kitchen.

One of the best things about Nana Lara's Brisket is that it's incredibly versatile. It can be served as a main course with mashed potato...

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Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon onion powder
  • 1 tablespoon ground black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon meat tenderizer
  • 1 (6 pound) beef brisket
  • ½ cup soy sauce
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 (8 ounce) can crushed pineapple, drained

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 4 hrs
  • Additional Time: 30 mins
  • Total Time: 4 hrs 40 mins
  • Servings: 10
  • Yield: 10 servings

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Stir together the chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, brown sugar, and meat tenderizer. Rub the spice mixture generously all over the brisket. Place the meat on a baking sheet with the fat layer up.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 1 hour; remove from oven, and lower the oven temperature to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C). Mix soy sauce with water in a bowl, and pour the liquid into a roasting pan. Transfer the brisket into the roasting pan. Sprinkle the meat with the crushed pineapple.
  • Cover the roasting pan tightly with foil, return to oven, and bake for 3 more hours. Cool for 30 minutes before slicing.
  • Nutrition

    496 cal.

    • Total Fat: 38g
    • Saturated Fat: 15g
    • Cholesterol: 112mg
    • Sodium: 943mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 8g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 5g
    • Protein: 30g
    • Vitamin C: 3mg
    • Calcium: 26mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 371mg