beef brisket recipe

Baked Beef Brisket Recipe

This baked beef brisket recipe is tender, juicy, and packed with savory flavor. The brisket is seasoned with salt, black pepper, and cayenne, then baked with a fragrant apple-onion braising mixture until fork-tender. A rich gravy made from the braising liquid makes this classic dish even more delicious. Discover more flavorful recipes like Baked Beef Brisket Recipe right here.

Ingredients

  • 3 pounds first-cut brisket or flat-cut brisket, trimmed of fat
  • 4 teaspoons kosher salt
  • 2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 large yellow onion, sliced
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 4 cloves garlic, sliced
  • 1 tablespoon minced fresh rosemary
  • 1 cup apple juice

Directions

  • Season both sides of the brisket generously with kosher salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper.
  • For the best results, place the seasoned brisket over an aluminum foil rack set over a plate and refrigerate uncovered for 8 to 12 hours.
  • Preheat the oven to 325°F (165°C).
  • Melt the butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add the sliced onion and salt, then cook and stir until the onion becomes translucent, about 5 minutes.
  • Stir in the garlic, rosemary, and apple juice. Increase the heat to high and boil until the liquid is reduced by about half, approximately 3 minutes.
  • Transfer half of the apple-onion mixture to a baking dish.
  • Place the brisket fat-side up on top of the mixture, then cover it with the remaining apple-onion mixture.
  • Cover the baking dish tightly with foil.
  • Bake for 1 hour 30 minutes at 325°F.
  • Reduce the oven temperature to 250°F (121°C) and continue baking for about 2 hours 15 minutes, checking for doneness after 2 hours.
  • Transfer the tender brisket to a plate and tent it loosely with foil.
  • Pour the onions and braising liquid into a large measuring cup or bowl and skim some of the fat from the surface.
  • Puree the onions and braising liquid with a stick blender until a smooth gravy forms.
  • Slice the brisket across the grain and serve with the gravy.

Preparation Details

  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 3 hours 55 minutes
  • Additional Time: 8 hours
  • Total Time: 12 hours 15 minutes
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 1 3-pound brisket