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Tender Slow Cooker Texas Beer-Braised Brisket Recipe with Smoky Chipotle BBQ Sauce

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A smoky, rich, and tender Texas-style brisket slow-cooked with dark beer and served with a homemade smoky chipotle BBQ sauce. Perfect for those craving authentic BBQ flavor without the fuss of a traditional pit.

Ingredients

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  • 4 to 5 pounds beef brisket, trimmed
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (for searing)
  • 1 large yellow onion, sliced
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 12 ounces dark beer (stout or porter recommended)
  • 1 cup beef broth (low sodium preferred)
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 cup ketchup
  • 2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons adobo sauce (from the chipotle can)
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Pat the brisket dry with paper towels and generously season both sides with salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, and cumin.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Sear the brisket for 4-5 minutes on each side until browned.
  3. Place sliced onions and minced garlic at the bottom of the slow cooker.
  4. Lay the seared brisket on top of the onions and garlic in the slow cooker.
  5. In a bowl, whisk together the dark beer, beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, apple cider vinegar, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Pour this mixture evenly over the brisket.
  6. Cover and cook on low for 8 to 10 hours.
  7. About 30 minutes before the brisket finishes, whisk together all BBQ sauce ingredients in a small saucepan over medium heat. Simmer gently, stirring frequently, until the sauce thickens slightly, about 15 minutes.
  8. Once the brisket is fork-tender, transfer it to a cutting board and slice against the grain into 1/4-inch thick slices.
  9. Spoon some of the braising liquid over the slices to keep them moist and serve with a generous drizzle of the smoky chipotle BBQ sauce.

Notes

Searing the brisket before slow cooking is highly recommended to develop a flavorful crust. Use gluten-free beer or substitute with extra beef broth and vinegar for a gluten-free version. Slice against the grain for maximum tenderness. Let the brisket rest 15 minutes before slicing. To thicken the braising liquid, simmer it uncovered until reduced by half.

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Keywords: brisket, slow cooker, Texas BBQ, beer-braised, chipotle BBQ sauce, smoky, easy recipe, comfort food

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