Spiced Brisket With Leeks And Dried Apricots

Name: Spiced Brisket With Leeks And Dried Apricots
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 1/2 tablespoons honey; 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; 2 teaspoons coarse kosher salt; 1 teaspoon ground coriander; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1 teaspoon ground black pepper; 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg; 1 4 1/2- to 5 1/2-pound flat-cut (first-cut) brisket, well-trimmed; 2 medium leeks (white and pale green parts only), sliced; 1 medium onion, chopped; 24 whole dried apricots, divided; 10 garlic cloves, peeled; 6 sprigs fresh thyme; 2 Turkish bay leaves; 2 cups dry red wine; 1 tablespoon matzo cake meal; Chopped fresh cilantro

Servings: persons

2 1/2 tablespoons honey
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 teaspoons coarse kosher salt
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 4 1/2- to 5 1/2-pound flat-cut (first-cut) brisket, well-trimmed
2 medium leeks (white and pale green parts only), sliced
1 medium onion, chopped
24 whole dried apricots, divided
10 garlic cloves, peeled
6 sprigs fresh thyme
2 Turkish bay leaves
2 cups dry red wine
1 tablespoon matzo cake meal
Chopped fresh cilantro

1
Stir first 8 ingredients in small bowl. Arrange brisket in large roasting pan; spread spice mixture evenly over both sides. Cover and refrigerate overnight.
2
Preheat broiler. Uncover brisket. Broil until brown, about 5 minutes per side. Turn brisket fat side up in pan.
3
Set oven temperature to 325u00b0F. Sprinkle leeks, onion, 12 apricots, garlic, thyme, and bay leaves around brisket. Pour wine over. Cover pan with heavy-duty foil and bake brisket until tender, about 2 1/2 hours. Uncover; cool 1 1/2 hours.
4
Transfer brisket to work surface. Pour juices into large measuring cup. Spoon off fat, reserving 1 tablespoon. Thinly slice brisket across grain on slight diagonal; overlap slices in 15x10x2-inch glass baking dish. Spoon 1 cup degreased pan juices over brisket; cover with foil. Stir reserved 1 tablespoon fat and matzo cake meal in medium saucepan over medium heat 3 minutes. Add remaining degreased pan juices; add remaining 12 apricots. Simmer until sauce thickens and boils, stirring occasionally, about 3 minutes. Season to taste with salt and pepper. (Can be made 2 days ahead. Cover brisket and sauce separately and chill.) Rewarm covered brisket in 350u00b0F oven 30 minutes or 45 minutes if chilled. Rewarm sauce over low heat.
5
Sprinkle brisket with cilantro and serve with sauce.

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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

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.

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 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 1/2 tablespoons honey, 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, 2 teaspoons coarse kosher salt, 1 teaspoon ground coriander, and more.

Yes, Spiced Brisket With Leeks And Dried Apricots 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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Spiced Brisket With Leeks And Dried Apricots

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