Kittencal'S Beef Brisket (Or Beef Short Ribs)

Name: Kittencal'S Beef Brisket (Or Beef Short Ribs)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (5 -7 lb) beef brisket; 3 -4 onions, chopped; 2 -3 tablespoons minced fresh garlic; 1 (1 1/2 liter) bottle favorite barbecue sauce (you can even use more BBQ sauce if you desire!); 1 cup water; BRISKET RUB; 2 tablespoons paprika; 2 tablespoons chili powder; 2 tablespoons light brown sugar; 1 tablespoon cumin; 1 tablespoon dry mustard; 3 teaspoons salt; 2 teaspoons black pepper (increase the cayenne if desired to suit heat level) or 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (increase the cayenne if desired to suit heat level)

Servings: persons

1 (5 -7 lb) beef brisket
3 -4 onions, chopped
2 -3 tablespoons minced fresh garlic
1 (1 1/2 liter) bottle favorite barbecue sauce (you can even use more BBQ sauce if you desire!)
1 cup water
BRISKET RUB
2 tablespoons paprika
2 tablespoons chili powder
2 tablespoons light brown sugar
1 tablespoon cumin
1 tablespoon dry mustard
3 teaspoons salt
2 teaspoons black pepper (increase the cayenne if desired to suit heat level) or 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (increase the cayenne if desired to suit heat level)

1
A day ahead: Grease a large roaster or a roasting pan (I use my large lasagna pan for this).
2
Sprinkle the chopped onions in the bottom of the pan.
3
In a small bowl or cup mix together all rub ingredients.
4
Rinse brisket under cold water, then dry with a paper towel.
5
Rub the brisket lightly with vegetable or Canola oil.
6
Rub the minced garlic and rub spices over both sides of the brisket, then place into the roaster pan/dish (fat-side down).
7
Pour the barbecue sauce over the top of the brisket, do not rub into the meat, as it will disturb the rub spices, just leave the sauce sitting on top of the brisket, some will drizzle over the sides, not to worry!.
8
Cover tightly with foil and place in the fridge.
9
The following morning turn the brisket over to fat side up.
10
Add in the 1 cup water and mix with the sauce in the pan (just mix together the best you can, it does not have to be completely mixed with the BBQ sauce, it will all cook together).
11
With clean hands, rub the sauce all over the top of the brisket.
12
Cover very tighty (if using foil make a couple of slits in the top of the foil to let steam escape) return to the fridge until ready to cook (for at least another 2 hours.
13
Set oven to 325 degrees.
14
Remove from the roaster from fridge (preperably 1 hour before cooking and leave on the counter).
15
Cook for a about 4-5 hours or more depending on the size of your brisket, or until the brisket is tender (check for doneness after about 3 hours cooking, by inserting a fork into the brisket the meat will be done if the fork goes in very easily).
16
Remove and let the brisket sit for 15 minutes before sliceing, then slice against the grain.
17
Spoon any fat that has accumulated on top of the sauce, and serve the sauce on the side.
18
Delicious!

234

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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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 (5 -7 lb) beef brisket, 3 -4 onions, chopped, 2 -3 tablespoons minced fresh garlic, 1 (1 1/2 liter) bottle favorite barbecue sauce (you can even use more BBQ sauce if you desire!), and more.

Yes, Kittencal'S Beef Brisket (Or Beef Short Ribs) 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!