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Beer Braised Brisket

Beer Braised Brisket

Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 5 minutes
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Servings

8 Servings

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon ground paprika
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon ground cumin
  • 1 tablespoon instant ground coffee
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 4-pound brisket
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 24-ounce stout or ale

Instructions

  • In a small bowl, combine paprika, brown sugar, cumin, coffee, salt, pepper, onion powder, and garlic powder; stir to mix. Rub mix all over to coat brisket.
  • Heat evoo in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add brisket and sear 6 to 8 minutes on each side, or until nicely browned. 
  • Transfer to a slow cooker and add beer. Cook on high setting for 4 hours or low setting for 8 hours. Transfer to a cutting board and let rest for at least 15 minutes before slicing against the grain.
  • Transfer braising liquid to a medium saucepan over medium-high heat and cook for 12 to 16 minutes, or until liquid is thickened and reduced to ½ cup. Pour over brisket to serve.