brisket in the slow cooker with onions

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Wichita, KS
Updated on Mar 3, 2015

Ah, Brisket, how do I love thee… I love thee in the smoker, on the grill, in the oven, and slowly braised to tender perfection in a slow cooker. This recipe is easy to prepare. The only hard part is waiting the eight hours it takes to slowly tenderize in the slow cooker. But, ohhh the wonderful smells that fill the kitchen while it’s cooking. So, you ready… Let’s get into the kitchen.

prep time 30 Min
cook time 8 Hr
method Slow Cooker Crock Pot
yield 6 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 3-4 pounds beef brisket
  • 2 tablespoons grapeseed oil
  • - freshly ground black pepper
  • - kosher salt
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 medium yellow onions, sliced
  • BRAISE LIQUID
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 1 tablespoon vermouth
  • 1 tablespoon worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tablespoon tamari
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon ketchup
  • 1/2 tablespoon cumin

How To Make brisket in the slow cooker with onions

  • Step 1
    Remove the brisket from the fridge about an hour before cooking.
  • Step 2
    Gather your ingredients.
  • Step 3
    Combine all the BRAISE ingredients into a small saucepan and keep warm.
  • Step 4
    Slice the onions, and then cut into half moons.
  • Step 5
    Add the grapeseed oil to a large skillet, over medium low heat.
  • Step 6
    Add the onions.
  • Step 7
    Stir the onions until they brown and begin to caramelize, about 15-20 minutes.
  • Step 8
    While the onions are browning, season the brisket with a generous amount of kosher salt, and freshly ground black pepper.
  • Step 9
    Remove the onions from the pan, and turn the heat up to high.
  • Step 10
    Sear the brisket until nice and browned on the top and bottom.
  • Step 11
    Add the brisket to the slow cooker, fatty side up.
  • Step 12
    Sprinkle the minced garlic on top of the roast.
  • Step 13
    Add the braise liquid.
  • Step 14
    Add the onions (some on top, some in the braising liquid).
  • Step 15
    Cook on low for six to eight hours, or until fork tender.
  • Step 16
    Chef's Note: Serve with your favorite sides… And spoon some of the liquid over the top. Enjoy.
  • Step 17
    Chef’s Tip: These make excellent beef sandwiches the next day. Just reheat the beef and use the liquid as an Au Jus.
  • Step 18
    Keep the faith, and keep cooking.

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Category: Beef
Keyword: #Garlic
Keyword: #dinner
Keyword: #sandwiches
Keyword: #onions
Keyword: #brisket
Keyword: #beef
Ingredient: Beef
Culture: African

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