Oven Baked Brisket Tender And Flavorful

The result is so tender and juicy, and - just as important - leftovers are really good too. Beef brisket is my favorite meat to order in barbecue joints. The best places smoke the meat slowly, over 18 to 24 hours. The result: wonderfully smoky, flavorful, and tender meat. But even if you don’t own a smoker, your oven is a great tool for making tender and flavorful brisket. Use smoked paprika (and smoked salt if you have it) to give the meat a bit of that wonderful smoky flavor, and cook it on low for several hours. I cook a 3-pound brisket for 3 hours at 300°F.

Ingredients

Apart from the meat itself, you’ll only need Kosher salt, black pepper, and a few spices to cook brisket in the oven. The exact measurements are listed in the recipe card below. Here’s an overview of what you’ll need: Beef brisket: I usually get a 3-pound piece at Whole Foods. You can also order it online on websites such as US Wellness Meats. Kosher salt and black pepper: If using fine salt, you might want to reduce the amount you use. Spices: I like to use smoked paprika, cumin, onion powder, garlic powder, and dry mustard. Make sure they are fresh! A stale spice can really ruin a dish.

Instructions

Cooking brisket in the oven takes time, but other than that, it’s very easy. The detailed instructions for making this recipe are included in the recipe card below. Here are the basic steps: You start by mixing kosher salt, black pepper, and spices, then rubbing the mixture all over the meat. Now, place the meat in a well-sealed foil pouch. The video below shows you how to do it. Bake the brisket for three hours in a 300°F oven. Brush the slightly cooled meat with the cooking juices and broil it to crisp up the fat cap. Let the meat rest for a few minutes before slicing.

Frequently asked questions

Serving suggestions

I cook the meat in the oven on low heat, which means I can’t roast vegetables at the same time since they require a hot oven. So I tend to serve this dish with easy side dishes that I can make separately in the microwave, such as mashed cauliflower or microwave broccoli. A simple arugula salad is another great option and it nicely balances out the richness of the beef.

Storing leftovers

Leftovers are very tasty! This is the type of meat that gets better with time. You can keep the leftovers in the fridge, in an airtight container, for up to 4 days. Use them as you would roast beef - serve cold slices on a plate with mustard and pickles, or make a cloud bread sandwich.

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