Beer Braised Brisket With Carrots And Parsnips Recipe

Impress your St. Patrick's Day guests (or any day!) with this tender, flavorful beer-braised brisket. A delicious alternative to corned beef, this Good Food Magazine (March 1986) recipe features melt-in-your-mouth brisket, perfectly roasted carrots, and sweet parsnips. This rich and satisfying dish is perfect for a special occasion or a cozy weeknight dinner.

Prep Time 30 mins

Cook Time 165 mins

Calories 668.6 kcal

Protein 144g

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Ingredients for Beer Braised Brisket With Carrots And Parsnips

3-4 pound beef brisket
1 tablespoon brown sugar
Whole Cloves
1 (12 ounce) bottle dark beer or ale
1/4 cup cold water
3-4 medium carrots, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
3-4 medium parsnips, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
Butter
fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
2 tablespoons cornstarch
Red Wine Vinegar
salt, to taste
1-2 tablespoons olive oil
freshly ground black pepper, to taste
1 large onion, chopped
2-3 cloves garlic, minced
2 cups beef broth
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon dried rosemary
1 tablespoon tomato paste
1 teaspoon hot sauce (optional)
1 bay leaf
2 tablespoons flour

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How to Make Beer Braised Brisket With Carrots And Parsnips

Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C).
Season the brisket generously with salt and pepper.
Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
Sear the brisket on all sides until browned, about 2-3 minutes per side.
Remove brisket from pot and set aside.
Add chopped onion to the pot and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute more.
Return the brisket to the pot.
Pour in the dark beer, beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, and rosemary.
Bring to a simmer, then cover the pot tightly.
Transfer the pot to the preheated oven and braise for 2.5-3 hours, or until the brisket is fork-tender.
Remove the brisket from the pot and let it rest for 15 minutes before slicing.
Add the carrots and parsnips to the braising liquid in the pot. Simmer until tender, about 20 minutes.
Slice the brisket and serve it over the carrots and parsnips, spooning the braising liquid over the top.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

20 g

Sugar

28g

Fat

53g

Carbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Beer Braised Brisket With Carrots And Parsnips?

Beer Braised Brisket With Carrots And Parsnips takes about 195 minutes from start to finish — roughly 30 minutes to prepare and 165 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Beer Braised Brisket With Carrots And Parsnips?

Beer Braised Brisket With Carrots And Parsnips has approximately 668.6 calories per serving, with about 144 g protein, 7 g carbohydrates and 43 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Beer Braised Brisket With Carrots And Parsnips?

The key ingredients for Beer Braised Brisket With Carrots And Parsnips are Beef Brisket, Dark Brown Sugar, Whole Cloves, Ale, Water, Carrot. See the full list with measurements above.