Bourbon Corned Beef - Corned Beef From Scratch

Name: Bourbon Corned Beef - Corned Beef From Scratch
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 quarts (1900 ml) water; 1 cup (225 ml) kosher salt; 1/4 cup (60 ml) sugar; 4 bay leaves; 8 peppercorns; 3 cloves garlic, crushed; 1 tbsp (15 ml) pickling spice; 4 lbs (1.8 kg). beef brisket or rump; 1/4 cup (60 ml) bourbon; 1/2 cup (125 ml) light brown sugar, firmly packed; 1 tbsp (15 ml) prepared mustard; 1/4 cup (60 ml) apple juice

Servings: persons

2 quarts (1900 ml) water
1 cup (225 ml) kosher salt
1/4 cup (60 ml) sugar
4 bay leaves
8 peppercorns
3 cloves garlic, crushed
1 tbsp (15 ml) pickling spice
4 lbs (1.8 kg). beef brisket or rump
1/4 cup (60 ml) bourbon
1/2 cup (125 ml) light brown sugar, firmly packed
1 tbsp (15 ml) prepared mustard
1/4 cup (60 ml) apple juice

1
Pour water into a large enamel, earthenware or stainless steel pot.
2
Add salt and sugar, stirring to dissolve.
3
Add 2 bay leaves, 4 peppercorns, 1 garlic clove and the Pickling Spice.
4
Place beef in brine and place a weighted plate on beef to keep it submerged.
5
Cover pot, refrigerate 48 hours, better yet 7 days.
6
(Turn beef occasionally) When ready to cook, remove beef from brine and rinse.
7
Place corned beef in a large saucepan and cover with water.
8
Add remaining bay leaves, peppercorns and garlic clove.
9
Bring to boil.
10
Simmer, covered, for 3 hours or until tender.
11
Remove Corned Beef from pan and place on a rack in a shallow roasting pan, fat side up.
12
Prepare basting sauce by combining bourbon, brown sugar, mustard, and apple juice then pour over corned beef.
13
Roast in a 400 degree (200 C.) oven for about 30 minutes, basting with pan juices every 10 minutes.
14
If desired, reserve the corned beef stock to boil potatoes, cabbage or other vegetables.
15
Slice corned beef and serve hot or cold.

1363

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

120

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 quarts (1900 ml) water, 1 cup (225 ml) kosher salt, 1/4 cup (60 ml) sugar, 4 bay leaves, and more.

Yes, Bourbon Corned Beef - Corned Beef From Scratch 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!