Sweet & Savory Caramelized Pulled Beef Brisket
Discover the irresistible flavor of Sweet & Savory Caramelized Pulled Beef Brisket, a dish that takes comfort food to new heights. This recipe features tender beef brisket that melts in your mouth, bathed in a luscious sweet and savory glaze. Perfect for gatherings or cozy family dinners, it offers versatility from sandwiches to tacos, satisfying every palate. With simple ingredients and easy preparation steps, even novice cooks can master this delicious meal. Elevate your dinner experience by serving this crowd-pleaser that will leave everyone asking for seconds.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 hours
- Total Time: 8 hours 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 8 people 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4–5 pounds beef brisket
- 2 large yellow onions, thinly sliced
- 6 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
- 1 tablespoon ground cumin
- 1 tablespoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Trim excess fat from the brisket and rub with a mix of smoked paprika, cumin, black pepper, and salt.
- In a skillet over medium heat, caramelize the sliced onions for about 15-20 minutes; add minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Place caramelized onions at the bottom of a slow cooker or Dutch oven. Add the seasoned brisket on top.
- Combine brown sugar, soy sauce, beef broth, and apple cider vinegar; pour over the brisket.
- Cook on low heat for 8-10 hours in a slow cooker or at 300°F for 3-4 hours in the oven.
- Let rest before shredding with forks and mixing with cooking liquid.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (about 120g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 85mg