Classic Braised Brisket

Few dishes are as comforting and rewarding as perfectly braised brisket. Slow-cooked until fork-tender, this recipe transforms a richly marbled cut into a deeply flavorful centerpiece with melt-in-your-mouth texture. Whether you're preparing a family dinner or entertaining guests, this classic braised brisket delivers steakhouse-quality results and pairs beautifully with mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or crusty bread to soak up every savory bite.

Prep Time

10 min

Cook Time

3.5 hrs

Total Time

4 hrs

Serving Size

6-8

Difficulty

Easy

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Ingredients

2.5-3.5 lb brisket

2 tablespoons olive oil

2 cups onion, chopped

1/2 cup ketchup

2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar

1 cup water

salt and pepper, to taste

Note: Brisket should be prepared at least one day in advance for best results. It can be frozen after cooking.

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 325°F.
In a large skillet, heat olive oil on medium-high.
Sear brisket about 3 minutes per side.
Place brisket in a roasting pan.
Mix onions, ketchup, balsamic vinegar, salt and pepper in a bowl and pour over brisket.
Add 1 cup water (or 1/2 inch) to the bottom of roasting pan.
Cover pan tightly with foil and place in the oven.
Roast 3-3 1/2 hours or until brisket is fork-tender.†
Leave brisket in roasting pan and let cool. Cover pan and refrigerate overnight.
The next day, skim off fat, remove brisket from pan, leaving the onion mixture.
Slice brisket thin, about 1/4-inch thick, across the grain of the meat.
Return the sliced brisket to the pan with the onion mixture, cover, and refrigerate or freeze.

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