Description
Succulent beef brisket slow-cooked in a rich balsamic and onion sauce for a tender and flavorful dish.
Ingredients
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- 3 lbs beef brisket
- 2 large onions, sliced
- 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
- 2 cups beef broth
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp dried thyme
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C).
- Season beef brisket with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe pot over medium-high heat.
- Sear brisket on both sides until browned, about 5 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.
- In the same pot, sauté onions and garlic until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Add balsamic vinegar, beef broth, brown sugar, and thyme. Stir well.
- Return the brisket to the pot, cover, and transfer to the oven.
- Bake for 3-4 hours until the meat is fork-tender.
- Slice and serve with the sauce.
Notes
- For best results, let the brisket rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
- The sauce can be thickened by simmering on the stove after cooking.
- This dish pairs well with mashed potatoes or roasted vegetables.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Braising
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (200g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
Keywords: beef brisket, balsamic onion sauce, slow-cooked beef, tender brisket