Barbecue Beef Brisket - Crockpot Method

beef brisket

💰Cheaper: pork shoulder

Pork shoulder is more affordable and still provides a rich flavor.

brown sugar

🥗Healthier: coconut sugar

💰Cheaper: white sugar

Coconut sugar has a lower glycemic index, while white sugar is less expensive.

barbecue sauce

🥗Healthier: homemade sauce

Homemade sauce can be made with less sugar and preservatives.

Start by preparing a 2.5 pound beef brisket for the crock-pot.

Pour half a bottle of barbecue sauce into the crock-pot liner.

Add 1 tablespoon of brown sugar to the barbecue sauce.

Add 1 teaspoon of coarse black ground pepper.

Add 1/2 teaspoon of garlic salt.

Add 1/4 teaspoon of onion powder.

Add 1/4 teaspoon of dry mustard.

Add a few drops of liquid smoke to the mixture.

Mix all the ingredients in the crock-pot liner well.

Coat the beef brisket well with the barbecue sauce mixture, turning it over a couple of times.

Put the lid on the crock-pot and refrigerate the brisket to marinate for 3 to 4 hours, preferably overnight.

Prepare the side dishes while the brisket is marinating.

For the jazzed up baked beans, combine one can of vegetarian baked beans with a chopped onion.

Add 2 tablespoons of brown sugar to the beans.

Drizzle in about 2 tablespoons of ketchup.

Add a couple of drops of Worcestershire sauce to the mixture.

Mix the baked bean ingredients well and place them in a 300-degree oven to cook slowly.

After marinating for 4 hours, place the brisket into the crock-pot and turn it on high for 4 hours.

After 4 hours, check if the brisket is ready and slice it against the grain after letting it sit out a bit.

Serve the brisket on a platter or on a warm hoagie roll with extra barbecue sauce, chopped onions, and pickled jalapeno peppers if desired.

Cooking Techniques

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