Mexican Style Brisket Recipe

Name: Mexican Style Brisket
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 dried New Mexico chiles; 2 small dried hot red chiles; 1 1/2 cups dry red wine; 1/4 cup wine vinegar; 6 garlic cloves, peeled; 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin; 1 1/2 teaspoons dried oregano leaves; 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 3 lbs center cut beef brisket, surface fat trimmed; 4 large about 1 3/4 lb onions, thinly sliced

Servings: persons

1
Remove and discard stems and seeds from chiles. Put in 1 qt water and bring to boil.
2
Remove, cover and let stand until softened, about 45-60 minute (omit this step if using powder)
3
Puree the chiles with the rest of the seasonings (everything except the beef and onions)until smooth.
4
Place meat in a roasting pan, top with chile mixture and onions.
5
Seal pan tightly with aluminum foil.
6
Bake, covered, at 350F until brisket is very tender, about 4 hours, basting occasionally.
7
Shred meat, mix with onion and juices.
8
Serve with cilantro, lime and sour cream to add to taste. Roll in tortillas for a burrito, or serve it over white rice.

1130

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 dried New Mexico chiles, 2 small dried hot red chiles, 1 1/2 cups dry red wine, 1/4 cup wine vinegar, and more.

Yes, Mexican Style Brisket 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.

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Mexican Style Brisket

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Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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