Slow Cooker Brisket Beef – Fall-Apart Tender with Deep Flavor
A hands-off, melt-in-your-mouth slow cooker brisket beef recipe infused with smoky spices and tangy richness. Perfect for weekend feasts or meal prep, this fork-tender masterpiece delivers restaurant-quality flavor with minimal effort.
- Prep Time: 20
- Cook Time: 480
- Total Time: 500
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Omnivore
Ingredients
3- to 4-pound beef brisket
2 tablespoons smoked paprika
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
2 tablespoons tomato paste
2 cups beef broth
1 onion, sliced (optional)
2 carrots, peeled and cut into chunks (optional)
2 potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks (optional)
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon dried thyme
Instructions
Pat brisket dry and season evenly with salt and pepper. Sear in a hot skillet with oil until browned on all sides (optional step). Transfer brisket to slow cooker.
In a bowl, mix paprika, Worcestershire, tomato paste, and beef broth until smooth. Pour over brisket.
Add vegetables if using. Cover and cook on low 8–10 hours or high 4–5 hours until tender.
Let rest 20 minutes, then slice against the grain. Serve with cooking liquid and vegetables.
Notes
Skip vegetables for a leaner recipe.
For deeper flavor, sear brisket before cooking.
Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Freeze sliced brisket in broth for up to 3 months.
Find it online: https://cookingwithramsay.com/slow-cooker-brisket-beef/