Sweet & Savory Caramelized Pulled Beef Brisket
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Sweet & Savory Caramelized Pulled Beef Brisket, a dish that’s perfect for family dinners or gatherings. This recipe features tender beef brisket slowly cooked until it melts in your mouth, enveloped in a rich glaze made with caramelized onions and a sweet-savory marinade. It’s versatile enough to be served in sandwiches, tacos, or over rice, making it an ideal meal prep option. With its comforting taste and easy preparation, this brisket is sure to become a family favorite that brings everyone together around the table.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 hours
- Total Time: 8 hours 20 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- 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 beef brisket and rub with smoked paprika, cumin, black pepper, and salt.
- Sauté sliced onions in oil over medium heat until caramelized (15-20 minutes); add minced garlic and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Layer caramelized onions at the bottom of a slow cooker or Dutch oven. Place the seasoned brisket on top.
- In a bowl, mix brown sugar, soy sauce, beef broth, and apple cider vinegar; pour over the brisket.
- Slow cook on low for 8-10 hours or bake covered at 300°F (150°C) for 3-4 hours.
- Let rest for 20 minutes before shredding; mix back into the cooking liquid.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 670mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 80mg