Ingredients
– 3 to 4 pounds brisket, trimmed of excess fat
– 2 large onions, sliced
– 4 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 cup beef broth
– 1 cup red wine (optional)
– 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
– 1 teaspoon ground cumin
– Salt and pepper, to taste
– Fresh parsley, for garnish
For chimichurri:
– 1 bunch fresh parsley, chopped
– 3 cloves garlic, minced
– ½ cup olive oil
– 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
– 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
– Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
Creating the incredible Slow Cooker Brisket With Melty Onions and Chimichurri is simple if you follow these easy steps:
1. Prep the Brisket: Trim excess fat from the brisket, ensuring that enough remains to keep it juicy.
2. Season the Meat: Rub the brisket with salt, pepper, smoked paprika, and cumin.
3. Sauté Onions: In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add sliced onions and cook until they are soft and caramelized, about 10 minutes.
4. Add Garlic: Stir in minced garlic and cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
5. Layer Ingredients: In the slow cooker, place the caramelized onions on the bottom. Add the brisket on top.
6. Create Cooking Liquid: In a bowl, mix together beef broth, red wine (if using), and Worcestershire sauce. Pour this mixture over the brisket.
7. Set the Slow Cooker: Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or high for 4 hours until the brisket is tender.
8. Let it Rest: Once cooked, remove the brisket from the slow cooker and let it rest for 15 minutes.
9. Prepare Chimichurri: While you wait, combine chopped parsley, minced garlic, olive oil, red wine vinegar, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Mix well and set aside.
10. Slice the Brisket: Slice the brisket against the grain for maximum tenderness.
11. Serve: Arrange the sliced brisket on a platter, topped with any leftover onions from the slow cooker and the chimichurri sauce drizzled over the top.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 hours
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6-8 servings
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Fat: 25g
- Protein: 35g