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Jewish Braised Brisket

Jewish Braised Brisket: Tender Comfort Food Your Family Will Love

Enjoy the rich, savory flavors of Jewish Braised Brisket, a tender comfort food perfect for family gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours 30 minutes
Resting Time 15 minutes
Total Time 5 hours
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Jewish
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Brisket
  • 1 piece Beef Brisket well-trimmed
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil or vegetable oil
For the Aromatics
  • 1 large Onion diced
  • 4 cloves Garlic minced
For the Braising Liquid
  • 4 cups Beef Broth low-sodium recommended
  • 1 cup Red Wine or additional broth for non-alcoholic option
  • 2 pieces Bay Leaves remove before serving
  • 2 teaspoons Thyme fresh preferred, can substitute with dried
For Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika optional
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin to taste
  • to taste Salt essential for seasoning
  • to taste Pepper essential for seasoning

Equipment

  • Dutch oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Jewish Braised Brisket
  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).
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  2. Generously season the brisket with salt and pepper on all sides.
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  3. Heat olive oil in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Sear the brisket for 3-4 minutes on each side.
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  4. Remove brisket, lower heat, and sauté onions for 5-7 minutes until translucent.
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  5. Add garlic and cook for an additional minute until aromatic.
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  6. Pour in beef broth and red wine, scraping browned bits from the pot.
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  7. Mix in bay leaves, thyme, smoked paprika, and ground cumin, then simmer.
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  8. Return the brisket to the pot, cover, and braise in the oven for 4-5 hours.
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  9. Remove from oven and let the brisket rest for 10-15 minutes before slicing.
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Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 40gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 2IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Follow expert tips to enhance tenderness and flavor, ensuring a delicious Jewish Braised Brisket.

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