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Caramelized Pulled Beef Brisket

A delicious Caramelized Pulled Beef Brisket recipe that will impress your family and friends
Print Recipe
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 8
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Brisket Rub
  • 4-5 lb beef brisket
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tbsp garlic powder
  • 1 tbsp onion powder
  • 2 tsp black pepper
  • 2 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp cumin
Cooking Liquid
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 1 cup cola or Dr. Pepper
  • 1/2 cup Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 large onion sliced
  • 4 cloves garlic crushed
Caramelized Onions
  • 2 large onions thinly sliced
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 1 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup beef broth

Method
 

Prepare Brisket
  1. Combine rub ingredients and coat brisket thoroughly
  2. Wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight
  3. Let come to room temperature before cooking
Slow Cook
  1. Preheat oven to 300°F
  2. Place onions and garlic in roasting pan
  3. Place brisket on top, fat side up
  4. Mix cooking liquid ingredients and pour around brisket
  5. Cover tightly and cook for 4 hours until tender
Shred and Serve
  1. Remove brisket from liquid and let rest
  2. Skim fat from cooking liquid and reduce for sauce
  3. Shred beef using two forks
  4. Mix with reduced sauce and caramelized onions
  5. Serve on buns or with side dishes

Notes

Enjoy your delicious creation!