Brisket in Coffee-Barbecue Sauce Recipe

Name: Brisket in Coffee-Barbecue Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3/4 cup vegetable oil; 1 large Spanish onion, minced; 5 cloves garlic, minced; 1 teaspoon crushed-red-pepper flakes; 1 tablespoon tomato paste; 7 tablespoons light-brown sugar; 5 cups brewed coffee; 1/2 cup cider vinegar; 1 28-ounce can peeled, chopped tomatoes; Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper; 1 brisket (about 4 pounds)

Servings: persons

3/4 cup vegetable oil
1 large Spanish onion, minced
5 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon crushed-red-pepper flakes
1 tablespoon tomato paste
7 tablespoons light-brown sugar
5 cups brewed coffee
1/2 cup cider vinegar
1 28-ounce can peeled, chopped tomatoes
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 brisket (about 4 pounds)

1
In a medium kettle, heat 1/4 cup of the oil over medium heat.
2
Add the onion and cook, stirring, until soft and golden brown, about 7 minutes.
3
Add the garlic and cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
4
Stir in the red pepper.
5
Add the tomato paste and cook, stirring frequently, about 1 minute.
6
Stir in the brown sugar.
7
Pour in the coffee, vinegar and tomatoes, bring to a boil, then lower to a simmer.
8
Simmer 10 minutes.
9
Set aside to cool.
10
Working in small batches, transfer the tomato-coffee mixture to a blender and puree.
11
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
12
Set aside.
13
Preheat the oven to 275 degrees.
14
Season the brisket with salt and pepper.
15
In a Dutch oven with a tight-fitting lid, heat the remaining 1/2 cup oil.
16
Brown the brisket on both sides.
17
Drain off the oil, leaving the brisket in the Dutch oven.
18
Turn the brisket so that the fat side is facing up and then coat it with the pureed tomato-coffee mixture.
19
Cover the Dutch oven and place it in the oven.
20
Bake for 3 hours, basting frequently.
21
Remove the lid and bake uncovered until the brisket is glazed and very tender, about an hour and a half more.
22
Remove the brisket and set it aside to rest for 10 minutes, covered with foil, before slicing thinly across the grain.

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* 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: 3/4 cup vegetable oil, 1 large Spanish onion, minced, 5 cloves garlic, minced, 1 teaspoon crushed-red-pepper flakes, and more.

Yes, Brisket in Coffee-Barbecue Sauce 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!

Brisket in Coffee-Barbecue Sauce

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