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Dutch Oven Apple Cider Brisket Recipe

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  • Author: Sara
  • Total Time: 5 hours 20 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings

Description

This Dutch Oven Apple Cider Brisket is a tender, flavorful slow-cooked beef brisket infused with a tangy apple cider marinade and aromatic spices. The brisket is first seared to lock in juices, then slow-cooked with softened onions and apple slices in the oven until meltingly tender. Perfect for a comforting, hearty meal that showcases the balance of sweet and savory flavors.

Ingredients

Beef and Seasoning

  • 1 3-pound beef brisket
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 4 tablespoons olive oil (divided)

Vegetables and Fruits

  • 2 medium-large onions (sliced)
  • 1 apple (sliced)
  • 3 cloves garlic (minced)

Marinade

  • 1 cup apple cider
  • ½ cup apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tablespoon fennel seeds
  • ½ teaspoon fresh or dried rosemary
  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 250 degrees F (121 degrees C) to prepare for slow cooking the brisket.
  2. Make Marinade: In a medium bowl, combine minced garlic, apple cider, apple cider vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, fennel seeds, cayenne pepper, and rosemary; mix well to create the flavorful marinade.
  3. Cook Apples and Onions: Add 1 tablespoon of olive oil to your Dutch oven and cook the sliced apples and onions on low heat until they become very soft and translucent, roughly 6 minutes. Remove and set aside in a bowl.
  4. Sear Brisket: Add the remaining olive oil to the Dutch oven and sear the brisket on medium heat for 4-6 minutes on each side to develop a browned crust. Position the brisket fat side up inside the Dutch oven. Then turn off the heat.
  5. Add Apples and Onions: Place the softened apple and onion mixture over the seared brisket in the Dutch oven.
  6. Add Marinade: Pour the prepared marinade over the brisket, apples, and onions evenly.
  7. Slow Cook: Cover the Dutch oven with its lid and place it in the preheated oven. Cook for 5 to 8 hours until the brisket becomes very soft and tender.
  8. Rest and Serve: Remove the brisket from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving to retain its juices.

Notes

  • Cooking time can range between 5 to 8 hours depending on brisket thickness and desired tenderness.
  • Use fresh rosemary if available for a more vibrant herbal flavor.
  • Make sure to sear the brisket well to develop deep flavors.
  • Resting the meat after cooking allows juices to redistribute and enhances tenderness.
  • If you prefer a less spicy dish, reduce or omit the cayenne pepper.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 hours
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://saraflavors.com/dutch-oven-apple-cider-brisket-recipe/