Beef Brisket With Carrots And Prunes Recipe

Name: Beef Brisket With Carrots And Prunes
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 1/2 lbs boneless beef brisket; 1 tablespoon vegetable oil; 1 cup chopped onion; 3 cups carrots, sliced in ovals; 1/4 cup packed brown sugar; 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; 8 ounces pitted prunes; 1/2 cup water

Servings: persons

1
Heat oil and brown beef brisket.
2
Remove meat and pour off drippings.
3
Add onion to pan, cook and stir 5 minutes or until tender.
4
Add 1/2 cup water to pan.
5
Return meat to pan, bring to a boil.
6
Reduce heat, cover tightly and simmer 2-3 hours.
7
Check that it is not drying out, if so, add some more water.
8
Add carrots, brown sugar, lemon juice, salt, cinnamon and pepper.
9
Continue cooking, covered, 30 to 45 minutes or until brisket is fork-tender.
10
Add prunes, cook, uncovered, over medium-high heat 5 minutes or until liquid is reduced and prunes are plumped.

1178

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

106

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

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.

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

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 1/2 lbs boneless beef brisket, 1 tablespoon vegetable oil, 1 cup chopped onion, 3 cups carrots, sliced in ovals, and more.

Yes, Beef Brisket With Carrots And Prunes 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!

Beef Brisket With Carrots And Prunes

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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