Description

This tender brisket is slow-roasted to perfection and finished with a rich, homemade barbecue sauce that’s smoky, sweet, and just a little tangy. Ideal for weekend feasts or make-ahead meals, it’s the kind of recipe that turns a tough cut into something unforgettable.

Ingredients

4 to 5 lbs beef brisket

1 tablespoon salt

1 tablespoon black pepper

1 tablespoon garlic powder

1 tablespoon onion powder

1 tablespoon smoked paprika

2 tablespoons brown sugar

1/3 cup apple cider vinegar

2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce

1/4 cup tomato paste

2 tablespoons molasses or honey

2 tablespoons mustard (yellow or Dijon)

1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)

Instructions

1. Pat the brisket dry with paper towels. Rub it all over with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, and brown sugar. Let it rest at room temperature for 30 minutes.

2. Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C). In a large Dutch oven or roasting pan, sear the brisket on both sides until a rich brown crust forms.

3. In a saucepan, combine tomato paste, apple cider vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, molasses or honey, mustard, and cayenne pepper. Simmer for 10–15 minutes until thickened. Taste and adjust to your liking.

4. Pour half the sauce over the brisket. Cover tightly with a lid or foil and roast for 3.5 to 4 hours, or until the internal temperature reaches 195°F and the meat is fork-tender.

5. Remove from oven and let rest for 20 minutes before slicing. Slice against the grain for maximum tenderness.

6. Reheat the remaining sauce and spoon over the brisket before serving. Serve extra sauce on the side.

Notes

Always slice the brisket *against the grain* to keep it tender and easy to chew.

Leftovers can be frozen in sauce and reheated gently for another round of flavor.

If you want a smokier profile, add 1 teaspoon liquid smoke to the barbecue sauce.

Prep Time: 25 minutes
Cook Time: 4 hours
Category: Dinner
Method: Roasting
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1/8 of recipe
Calories: 490
Sugar: 9g
Sodium: 780mg
Fat: 30g
Saturated Fat: 12g
Unsaturated Fat: 16g
Trans Fat: 1g
Carbohydrates: 14g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 38g
Cholesterol: 115mg

Keywords: brisket, barbecue, beef, slow-roast, oven baked