Beer-Braised Brisket With Carrots And Parsnips

Name: Beer-Braised Brisket With Carrots And Parsnips
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 lbs beef brisket, fat trimmed; 1 tablespoon dark brown sugar (packed); 3 whole cloves; 24 ounces ale; 1 1/2 cups water; 1 teaspoon water; 1 lb carrot, peeled, ends trimmed; 1 lb parsnip, peeled, trimmed; 2 tablespoons butter; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley; 1 tablespoon cornstarch; 1 teaspoon red wine vinegar; 1/2 teaspoon salt

Servings: persons

6 lbs beef brisket, fat trimmed
1 tablespoon dark brown sugar (packed)
3 whole cloves
24 ounces ale
1 1/2 cups water
1 teaspoon water
1 lb carrot, peeled, ends trimmed
1 lb parsnip, peeled, trimmed
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 teaspoon red wine vinegar
1/2 teaspoon salt

1
Place brisket in large Dutch oven. Sprinkle with sugar and cloves; then pour ale and 1-1/2 cups water into pot.
2
Simmer covered over low heat, turning brisket twice, until beef is fork-tender, about 2-1/2 hours. Add carrots and parsnips after 1 hour's cooking time.
3
Remove beef from Dutch oven and keep warm. Cut carrots and parsnips lengthwise into quartrs and toss with butter and parsley. Keep warm.
4
Skim fat from pan juices. Measure 2 cups juices. Mix cornstarch, 1 t. water, the vinegar, and salt. Whisk pan juices and cornstarch mixture in small saucepan. Heat to boiling, stirring constantly, and boil 1 minute. Pour gravy into sauceboat.
5
Slice meat and arrange with carrots and parsnips on large serving platter.

1829

kcal

Calories

121

Fat

Carbs

178

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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 lbs beef brisket, fat trimmed, 1 tablespoon dark brown sugar (packed), 3 whole cloves, 24 ounces ale, and more.

Yes, Beer-Braised Brisket With Carrots And Parsnips 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!