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Homemade Beef Brisket Recipe

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This Homemade Beef Brisket recipe delivers tender, flavorful brisket cooked slowly in the oven with a rich, smoky spice rub and a homemade barbecue sauce. Perfect for gatherings or a comforting dinner, the brisket is oven-roasted to fork-tender perfection, then finished by broiling or grilling to create a sticky, charred, and delicious crust.

Ingredients

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Brisket and Seasoning

  • 4 pounds beef brisket
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 2 tablespoons garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon mustard powder
  • 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon cracked black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon cracked white pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon cracked red pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Barbecue Sauce

  • 2 cups barbecue sauce
  • 6 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon molasses
  • 1 tablespoon ketchup
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon soy sauce
  • 2 teaspoons apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/2 tablespoon cayenne pepper (optional, for spiciness)
  • 1 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for roasting the brisket.
  2. Prepare Sauce: In a bowl, mix together all the barbecue sauce ingredients—barbecue sauce, minced garlic, brown sugar, molasses, ketchup, olive oil, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, cayenne pepper (if using), and salt. Set the sauce mixture aside.
  3. Prep Brisket: Pat the beef brisket dry with paper towels to remove any moisture, which helps the rub stick better and improves browning.
  4. Add Liquids to Roasting Tray: Pour 1 cup of beef broth, 1 cup of the prepared barbecue sauce, and 1 cup of water into the bottom of a roasting tray. Stir them together gently to combine liquids and create a moist cooking environment.
  5. Season the Brisket: Combine all the seasoning ingredients (garlic powder, onion powder, brown sugar, mustard powder, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, white pepper, red pepper, cumin, cayenne pepper, olive oil) in a bowl. Rub this spice blend thoroughly all over the brisket, ensuring every side is well-seasoned. Place the seasoned brisket into the roasting tray over the liquids.
  6. Initial Cooking: Cover the roasting tray tightly with aluminum foil to lock in moisture. Place in the oven and cook for 1 hour at 350°F.
  7. Lower Temperature and Continue Cooking: Reduce the oven temperature to 300°F (150°C). Continue cooking the brisket for an additional 3 to 4 hours, or until the meat is fork-tender and easily pulls apart.
  8. Prepare for Basting: Carefully remove the roasting tray from the oven. Pour about 1/4 cup of the cooking juices into the remaining barbecue sauce mixture and stir to combine.
  9. Baste and Char: Using a brush, baste the brisket generously with the prepared barbecue sauce. Place the brisket under a broiler set to 400°F or on a preheated grill. Cook for about 10 minutes or until the edges start to char.
  10. Final Baste and Broil/Grill: Baste the brisket again with the sauce and return to the broiler or grill. Cook until the sauce is sticky and the edges are nicely charred, which enhances the flavor and texture.
  11. Rest and Slice: Remove the brisket from heat and let it rest for 10 minutes to allow juices to redistribute. Then slice the brisket thinly across the grain for tenderness. Serve with the remaining barbecue sauce on the side.

Notes

  • For best results, use a meat thermometer to ensure brisket reaches an internal temperature of about 195-205°F for optimal tenderness.
  • If you prefer less spicy, reduce or omit the cayenne pepper.
  • Resting the brisket before slicing is crucial to keep it juicy.
  • Leftover brisket can be refrigerated for up to 4 days or frozen for up to 3 months.
  • Use a sharp knife to slice the brisket thinly against the grain to improve tenderness.

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