Corned Beef Tender And Delicious Recipe

This unbelievably tender corned beef recipe is a guaranteed party pleaser! Developed over years of perfecting the ultimate sandwich filling, this recipe uses a generous amount of garlic (don't worry, it's never too much!), resulting in melt-in-your-mouth beef. So popular, I often cook 3-4 briskets for parties – it's always the first dish to disappear! Easily adaptable for a classic corned beef and cabbage dinner – simply remove the cooked beef and add your favorite vegetables to the flavorful cooking liquid for an extra 30 minutes. Get ready for rave reviews!

Prep Time 30 mins

Cook Time 370 mins

Calories 481.4 kcal

Protein 66g

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Ingredients for Corned Beef Tender And Delicious

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How to Make Corned Beef Tender And Delicious

Place the brisket in a large stockpot or Dutch oven.
Add the minced garlic, water, corning spices, brown sugar, and salt to the pot.
Bring the mixture to a boil over high heat.
Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 300-350 minutes, or until the brisket is fork-tender.
Remove the brisket from the pot and let it rest for at least 15 minutes before slicing. (For corned beef and cabbage: proceed to step 6)
To make corned beef and cabbage: Add the cabbage, carrots, and potatoes to the cooking liquid. Continue to simmer for another 30 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
Slice the brisket thinly against the grain and serve on sandwiches or with the cooked vegetables. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

85 g

Sugar

Fat

57g

Carbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Corned Beef Tender And Delicious?

Corned Beef Tender And Delicious takes about 400 minutes from start to finish — roughly 30 minutes to prepare and 370 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Corned Beef Tender And Delicious?

Corned Beef Tender And Delicious has approximately 481.4 calories per serving, with about 66 g protein, 1 g carbohydrates and 52 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Corned Beef Tender And Delicious?

The key ingredients for Corned Beef Tender And Delicious are Corned Beef Brisket, Beer, Garlic Clove, Peppercorn, Bay Leaves. See the full list with measurements above.