Barbecue Beef Sandwiches Recipe

Escape the summer heat with these unbelievably tender Barbecue Beef Sandwiches! Perfect for a picnic or a relaxed weeknight meal, this slow-cooked brisket recipe is surprisingly easy. Juicy, flavorful beef melts in your mouth, creating a crowd-pleasing BBQ masterpiece. Serve on your favorite buns with all the classic picnic fixings for a truly spectacular meal.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 765 mins
Calories 570.9 kcal
Protein 52g
Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)
Barbecue Beef Sandwiches

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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Passionate home cook & Forktionary contributor.

Ingredients for Barbecue Beef Sandwiches

  • Beef Brisket
  • 1 cup water
  • 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 ½ cups barbecue sauce
  • Kaiser Rolls

How to Make Barbecue Beef Sandwiches

  1. Trim excess fat from a 3-4 lb beef brisket.
  2. If necessary, cut the brisket to fit comfortably in a 3.5-4 quart slow cooker.
  3. Add 1 cup water, 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar, 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce, and 1 tablespoon chili powder to the slow cooker.
  4. Place the brisket in the slow cooker, ensuring it's mostly submerged in the liquid. Cover and cook on low for 10-12 hours, or on high for 4-5 hours, or until the brisket is fork-tender.
  5. About 1 hour before serving, carefully remove the brisket from the slow cooker and let it rest slightly.
  6. Discard the cooking liquid.
  7. Use two forks to shred the brisket. Return the shredded beef to the slow cooker.
  8. Stir in 1 ½ cups of your favorite barbecue sauce.
  9. Cover and cook on high for 30 minutes, or until heated through and the sauce is well incorporated.
  10. Serve the shredded beef on slider buns, hamburger buns, or your favorite rolls. Garnish with your favorite BBQ toppings!

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Elevate your dish with simple flavor boosters! A final flourish of freshly chopped herbs can add incredible brightness, while a squeeze of lemon or lime juice right before serving can awaken all the flavors. Don't underestimate a sprinkle of quality finishing salt or a drizzle of good olive oil to make your creation shine.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

38 g

Sugar

15g

Fat

63g

Carbs

12g

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