Caramelized Pulled Beef Brisket: Melt-in-Your-Mouth Delight

This Caramelized Pulled Beef Brisket is a tender, smoky dish that transforms a humble cut of beef into a melt-in-your-mouth delight.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 7

Resting Time 10

Total Time 7 25

Servings: 6 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: American

Calories: 350

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Brisket

3 pounds Beef Brisket or beef chuck roast for a leaner option
2 tablespoons Olive Oil for searing
1 tablespoon Salt
1 teaspoon Black Pepper
2 teaspoons Smoked Paprika
1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
1 teaspoon Onion Powder
1 teaspoon Chili Powder optional

For the Cooking Liquid

2 cups Beef Broth low-sodium or homemade
1 cup Barbecue Sauce homemade or store-bought
2 tablespoons Worcestershire Sauce
1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard
1 tablespoon Brown Sugar for caramelization
1 medium Onion sliced
4 cloves Garlic minced

For Caramelization

3 tablespoons Butter
1 cup Beef Drippings

Equipment

Skillet
Slow Cooker
Cutting Board

Method

Preparation and Cooking

Pat the beef brisket dry with paper towels and rub the seasoning mixture all over the brisket.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and sear the brisket for 2-3 minutes on each side.
Transfer the brisket to a slow cooker, add all cooking liquid ingredients, and cook on low for 6-8 hours.
After cooking, let the brisket rest for about 10 minutes before shredding it into tender pieces.
In a skillet, melt butter and add the cooking liquid; mix with shredded brisket until well coated.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 45gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 15mg

Notes

This dish is perfect for meal prep and can be enjoyed in various ways, including sandwiches or tacos.

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