Barbecue Beef Brisket Recipe

Name: Barbecue Beef Brisket
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 -5 lbs beef brisket; 1 teaspoon salt and pepper (to taste); 3 (8 ounce) cans tomato sauce; 1/2 cup water; 1/2 cup onion, chopped; 1 -2 garlic clove, minced; 1/4 cup red wine vinegar; 3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce; 1/3 cup brown sugar; 2 tablespoons honey; 1 teaspoon chili powder; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 small lemon, thinly sliced; 1 dash liquid smoke

Servings: persons

4 -5 lbs beef brisket
1 teaspoon salt and pepper (to taste)
3 (8 ounce) cans tomato sauce
1/2 cup water
1/2 cup onion, chopped
1 -2 garlic clove, minced
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1/3 cup brown sugar
2 tablespoons honey
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 small lemon, thinly sliced
1 dash liquid smoke

1
Sprinkle roast with salt and pepper.
2
Roast in a covered roaster at 325 degrees for 3 to 4 hours or until tender; cool and refrigerate a short while for easier slicing.
3
Mix remaining ingredients together except for the lemon.
4
Cut off excess fat on roast and slice meat thinly. Cut across the grain.
5
Place layers of meat in a 9 by 12 casserole dish and top each layer with sauce. I usually get 2 layers of meat with a 5 pound brisket.
6
Put thinly sliced lemon over the top layer, cover and bake at 350 degrees for 1 hour or until heated through.
7
Remove lemon slices before serving.
8
This freezes well; thaw overnight and then reheat. I remove lemon slices before freezing.

421

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

My Personal Notes

Saved locally in your browser — visible only to you.

How did you like this recipe?

This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 -5 lbs beef brisket, 1 teaspoon salt and pepper (to taste), 3 (8 ounce) cans tomato sauce, 1/2 cup water, and more.

Yes, Barbecue Beef Brisket falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Barbecue Beef Brisket

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

How did you like this recipe?

Frequently Asked Questions