Tender Corned Beef Brisket Recipe Slow-Cooked for Perfect Flavor
This slow-cooked corned beef brisket recipe delivers tender, melt-in-your-mouth meat with a rich blend of spices. Perfect for cozy dinners, potlucks, and family gatherings, it requires minimal prep and slow cooking for maximum flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 to 10 hours (low) or 4 to 5 hours (high)
- Total Time: 8 hours 10 minutes to 10 hours 10 minutes (low) or 4 hours 10 minutes to 5 hours 10 minutes (high)
- Yield: 6 to 8 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 3 to 4 pounds corned beef brisket (preferably with spice packet)
- 4 cups beef broth or water
- 2 medium onions, peeled and quartered
- 4 cloves garlic, smashed
- 3 large carrots, peeled and cut into chunks (optional)
- 2 whole bay leaves
- 1 tablespoon black peppercorns
- 1 teaspoon mustard seeds (optional)
- 4–5 whole cloves
- 4 medium potatoes, peeled and halved (optional)
Instructions
- Rinse the corned beef brisket under cold water to remove excess brine. Pat dry with paper towels and trim any large fat caps if desired.
- Place quartered onions, smashed garlic, and carrots at the bottom of the slow cooker.
- Sprinkle peppercorns, mustard seeds, cloves, and bay leaves over the vegetables.
- Place the brisket on top of the vegetables, fat side up.
- Pour in 4 cups of beef broth or water, ensuring it covers at least half the brisket.
- Cover and cook on low for 8 to 10 hours or on high for 4 to 5 hours. Avoid opening the lid frequently.
- About 1 to 2 hours before the end of cooking, add halved potatoes if using.
- Check tenderness by piercing with a fork; meat should be tender and easy to pull apart.
- Remove brisket and let rest for 15 minutes before slicing against the grain.
- Serve sliced brisket with vegetables and potatoes, spooning some broth over for extra moisture and flavor.
Notes
Rinsing the brisket removes excess saltiness. Cook on low heat for best tenderness. Avoid opening the lid frequently to maintain heat. Add potatoes near the end to avoid mushiness. Slice against the grain for best texture. Leftovers taste better after refrigeration overnight. Store leftovers in cooking liquid to keep moist.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 4 to 6 ounces
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5
- Sodium: 900
- Fat: 20
- Saturated Fat: 7
- Carbohydrates: 15
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 30
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