Description
Experience the ultimate comfort food with this Slow Cooking Brisket in Oven recipe. This dish transforms a simple beef brisket into a tender, flavorful masterpiece, perfect for family gatherings or a cozy dinner at home. The slow-cooking method ensures that the meat melts in your mouth while being infused with a delicious blend of spices. Whether served as a main course, in sandwiches, or topped on baked potatoes, this brisket will surely impress your guests and satisfy your cravings. With straightforward instructions and minimal prep time, creating this savory dish is easier than you think!
Ingredients
- 4 to 5 pound beef brisket
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 ½ tablespoons smoked paprika
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- 1 ½ teaspoons dry mustard powder
- 1 ½ teaspoons cumin
- 1 tablespoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Trim excess hard fat from the beef brisket, leaving some fat for moisture.
- Place the brisket in a disposable aluminum baking pan set on a large rimmed baking sheet.
- In a small bowl, mix together all dry rub ingredients until well combined.
- Apply half of the rub to one side of the brisket, flip it over, and cover the other side with the remaining rub.
- Cover tightly with aluminum foil and refrigerate for at least 8 hours or overnight.
- Preheat your oven to 300°F and let the brisket sit at room temperature for about 30 minutes before cooking.
- Cook covered for 4-5 hours, checking that it reaches an internal temperature of 200-205°F (remove foil during the last 30 minutes if desired).
- Let rest for 15-20 minutes before slicing against the grain.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 385
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 870mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 41g
- Cholesterol: 130mg
Keywords: For variations, consider adding different spices to the rub or serve with tangy barbecue sauce. If you want to enhance flavors further, add broth or water to the pan during cooking.