Description
This easy oven baked brisket recipe delivers smoky, slow-cooked flavors without the need for a smoker, perfect for cozy gatherings.
Ingredients
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For the Dry Rub
- 2 tablespoons Kosher salt
- 2 tablespoons Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Smoked paprika (For smoky flavor)
- 2 tablespoons Brown sugar (For sweetness and color)
- 1 tablespoon Garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon Onion powder
- 1 tablespoon Chili powder
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 1 pinch Cayenne pepper (Optional for heat)
For the Brisket
- 3-10 pounds Beef brisket (Choose based on servings needed)
For Cooking
- 1-2 cups Beef broth or water (To keep the environment moist)
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat oven to 275°F (135°C).
- Trim the fat cap of the brisket to about 1/4 inch and pat dry.
- Rub the brisket with a thin layer of oil or yellow mustard.
- Generously coat the brisket with the dry rub on all sides.
Cooking
- Place the seasoned brisket in a roasting pan, fat side up.
- Add 1 to 2 cups of beef broth, water, or coffee to the bottom of the pan.
- Cover the pan tightly with foil or a lid.
- Bake for 4 to 10 hours depending on the size of the brisket.
- Uncover during the last 20 to 40 minutes for a deeper bark if desired.
- Check for tenderness using a probe; it should slide in with minimal resistance.
- Rest the brisket covered for 30 to 60 minutes before slicing.
Serving
- Slice against the grain for tender pieces.
- Serve with your choice of sides or as brisket sandwiches.
Notes
This brisket improves in flavor the next day. Store leftovers with pan juices. To reheat, use a low oven covered with broth.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 hours
- Category: Dinner, Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American, BBQ
Nutrition
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 3
- Sodium: 800
- Fat: 20
- Saturated Fat: 8
- Carbohydrates: 5
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 30
