Apple Spiced Brisket Recipe

Tender, melt-in-your-mouth brisket infused with warm apple cider, sweet honey, and aromatic spices. This festive recipe, adapted from a classic Jewish holiday cookbook, is perfect for Shabbat, Rosh Hashanah, or any special occasion. Impress your guests with this show-stopping main course!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 185 mins
Calories 786.6 kcal
Protein 77g
Rating 5.0 (4 Reviews)
Apple Spiced Brisket

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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

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Ingredients for Apple Spiced Brisket

  • Beef Brisket
  • 2 teaspoons kosher salt
  • 1 ½ cups apple juice
  • ¼ cup honey
  • Cinnamon
  • Ground Ginger
  • Nutmeg
  • 1 large apple, peeled, cored, and diced
  • ½ cup raisins

How to Make Apple Spiced Brisket

  1. Preheat oven to 450°F (232°C).
  2. Line a large roasting pan with heavy-duty aluminum foil, leaving extra foil overhanging the sides for easy cleanup.
  3. Place the 3-4 lb beef brisket in the prepared roasting pan.
  4. Generously salt both sides of the brisket and prick it all over with a fork.
  5. Roast for 1 hour.
  6. Remove the brisket from the oven and carefully drain off excess fat.
  7. Reduce oven temperature to 350°F (177°C).
  8. In a small bowl, whisk together the apple juice, honey, cinnamon, ginger, cloves, and allspice.
  9. Pour the spice mixture evenly over the brisket. Tightly cover the roasting pan with foil.
  10. Return the brisket to the oven and cook for 2 hours.
  11. Remove the brisket from the oven and let it rest on a platter for 15-20 minutes before slicing.
  12. While the brisket rests, pour the cooking juices into a saucepan. Add the diced apple and raisins.
  13. Bring the sauce to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer and cook for 5-8 minutes, or until the apples are tender.
  14. Slice the brisket thinly against the grain. Spoon the delicious apple-raisin sauce generously over the brisket slices before serving.

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Chef's secret: layers of flavor make a dish truly memorable! Consider what a little extra something could bring – perhaps a touch of acidity like a good vinegar or citrus zest, a hint of smokiness from paprika, a bit of umami from mushrooms or soy sauce, or a sprinkle of toasted nuts for texture. Experiment and taste as you go!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

6 g

Sugar

74g

Fat

121g

Carbs

6g