Beer Brisket Recipe

This mouthwatering Beer Brisket recipe, passed down from my dad, is guaranteed to impress! The secret? A generous bath in your favorite beer, which magically tenderizes the meat to unbelievable perfection. Slow-cooked to juicy, melt-in-your-mouth goodness, this recipe is perfect for a family gathering or a weekend feast. Prepare to be amazed by the incredible flavor!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 540 mins
Calories 173.8 kcal
Protein 14g
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Ingredients for Beer Brisket

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How to Make Beer Brisket

  1. Preheat oven to 225°F (110°C).
  2. Tear off a large sheet of heavy-duty aluminum foil (approximately twice the length of your roasting pan).
  3. Line a large roasting pan with the foil, centering it and folding up the sides and ends to create a foil packet.
  4. Place a 3-4 lb brisket in the center of the foil.
  5. Generously sprinkle the brisket with 2 tablespoons garlic powder, 1 tablespoon black pepper, and 1 tablespoon seasoned salt.
  6. Scatter 1 large chopped onion (about 1 cup) over the brisket.
  7. Pour 12 ounces of your favorite beer over the brisket and onion, ensuring everything is contained within the foil.
  8. Seal the foil tightly, crimping the edges to create a secure seal. Fold the sides up first, then the top.
  9. Place the foil packet in the preheated oven and cook for 8 hours.
  10. Remove the foil packet from the oven (do not turn off the oven).
  11. Carefully open the foil packet.
  12. Pour off and discard the beer.
  13. Discard the onions if desired.
  14. Pour 1 cup of your favorite barbecue sauce over the brisket.
  15. Reseal the foil packet tightly.
  16. Return the foil packet to the oven for 30 minutes.
  17. Remove the roasting pan from the oven.
  18. Let the brisket rest for 15-20 minutes before slicing and serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

11 g

Sugar

8g

Fat

20g

Carbs

2g

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Main Courses Main Dish / Dinner Beef & Red Meat The Americas American

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Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Cuisine Preparation North American Main Dish Beef American Southwestern United States Easy Dietary Low Calorie Low Carb Low In Something Meat

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Beer Brisket?

Beer Brisket takes about 560 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 540 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Beer Brisket?

Beer Brisket has approximately 173.8 calories per serving, with about 14 g protein, 2 g carbohydrates and 16 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Beer Brisket?

The key ingredients for Beer Brisket are Beef Brisket, Onion, Garlic Powder, Pepper, Seasoning Salt, Beer. See the full list with measurements above.

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