Description
Sweet Savory Caramelized Pulled Beef is a delicious and tender beef dish infused with smoky spices and a sweet-savory sauce, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 to 2.3 kilograms beef brisket, excess fat trimmed
- 2 large yellow onions, thinly sliced
- 6 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
- 1 tablespoon ground cumin
- 1 tablespoon ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 120 grams brown sugar
- 60 millilitres soy sauce
- 240 millilitres beef broth
- 60 millilitres apple cider vinegar
Instructions
- Trim excess fat from the beef brisket. In a small bowl, combine smoked paprika, ground cumin, black pepper, and salt. Evenly rub the spice mixture over the brisket on all sides.
- Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add sliced onions and sauté for 15 to 20 minutes, stirring regularly, until deep golden and caramelized. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 2 to 3 minutes until fragrant.
- Transfer caramelized onions and garlic to a slow cooker or Dutch oven. Place the seasoned brisket on top of the onions.
- In a mixing bowl, combine brown sugar, soy sauce, beef broth, and apple cider vinegar. Whisk until well blended. Pour the mixture evenly over the brisket.
- Cover and cook using one of the following methods: For slow cooker, set to low and cook for 8 to 10 hours until tender; for Dutch oven, bake in a preheated oven at 150°C for 3 to 4 hours, covered, until the meat is fork-tender.
- Once cooked, transfer the brisket to a cutting board and let rest for 20 minutes. Using two forks, shred the meat and mix it with the cooking juices and onions for even coating.
Notes
- Ensure to trim excess fat for a healthier dish.
- Adjust the sweetness by adding more or less brown sugar to taste.
- This dish pairs well with mashed potatoes or crusty bread.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 to 10 hours (slow cooker) or 3 to 4 hours (Dutch oven)
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking or Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 200 grams
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 10 grams
- Sodium: 800 milligrams
- Fat: 15 grams
- Saturated Fat: 5 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 30 grams
- Fiber: 1 gram
- Protein: 30 grams
- Cholesterol: 90 milligrams