Try this delicious slow-cooker brisket recipe that has an aromatic coffee and chili rub. It's easy to make, full of flavor, uses common pantry spices, and is guaranteed to leave everyone satisfied!
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🌟 Why this recipe works
Unlike other cuts of meat like sirloin and tenderloin, brisket beef is a great option for a budget-friendly meal that won't sacrifice flavor or texture. Slow cooking brisket makes it melt-in-your-mouth tender with a rich, beefy flavor that's outrageously tasty.
This recipe uses a coffee and chili rub to give the brisket an extra depth of flavor. The coffee helps to deepen the beefy flavors, while the chili powder, paprika, and oregano give it a nice spice. The red pepper flakes add just a touch of heat, while the cinnamon and cumin balance out the flavors.
It's the perfect cut of beef to serve with your favorite side dishes like mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or even a simple salad. And, because it's cooked in the slow cooker, it's practically effortless to make!
All you need is a selection of pantry spices and a piece of brisket beef. Simply mix together the spice rub, massage it into the beef, and let the slow cooker do its magic. In several hours, you'll have a delicious, hearty meal that's sure to please everyone at the table.
So, if you're looking for an easy and flavorful recipe to make in your slow cooker, give this slow cooker beef brisket a try. You won't be disappointed!
🍽 Key Ingredients
Grab your crock pot and open your spice rack for this slow cooker brisket recipe that is everything you need for a flavorful, budget-friendly meal.
Beef brisket - The star of this delicious recipe that will be super tender after several hours of baking. Make sure to buy a good quality beef brisket for the best flavor.
Spice rub mixture - The spices involved in the spice rub include chili powder, ground coffee, paprika, dried oregano, black pepper, red pepper flakes, ground cinnamon, kosher salt, garlic powder, onion powder, dried thyme, and cumin. The flavor of coffee really helps to deepen the beefy flavors, while the chili powder and red pepper flakes give it a kick of heat.
Substitutions
Don't worry if you don't have every spice on the list. As long as you have most of them, the spice rub will taste amazing.
If you don't have dried oregano and thyme, you could use Herbs de Provence or Italian seasoning. Or use a mixture of spices like adobo seasoning and add the other spices to make the spice rub.
🔪 How to make
You'll love how tasty the spice rub flavors infuse into slow cooker brisket! It's the perfect no-hassle way to cook brisket without doing any cooking. Just let the slow cooker do it all for you.
Preparations
- Combine all dry rub ingredients in a small bowl.
- Trim the beef brisket of any fat and pat it dry with paper towels.
Cooking instructions
Step 1
Rub the spice mix all over the beef brisket and wrap it in foil.
Step 2
Put the spice-rubbed beef brisket in the slow cooker or crock pot for 8-9 hours on low.
Step 3
Remove the beef brisket from the aluminum foil, carve it into thick or thin slices, and serve.
💭 Cooking tips
Covering it in aluminum foil
Use two pieces of foil placed in a + sign, set the brisket in the center, fold the sides up, and crimple the edges so that there are no air gaps.
Use the juices
Make a gravy with the juices from the beef brisket in the foil by pouring them into a pan with ¼ cup of beef broth and 1 tablespoon of corn flour. Whisk it together until it starts to boil and thicken, then serve it with the tender beef brisket.
📖 Variations
This slow cooker beef brisket recipe is delicious as it is, but there are a few variations you could try to enhance the flavor.
Homemade BBQ sauce slow cooker beef brisket
If you want to add a smokey BBQ flavor to the brisket, brush ½ cup of BBQ sauce on the brisket once they're cooked and broil them for 5 minutes to create a crispy BBQ-flavored coating for the BBQ brisket.
Spicy slow cooker beef brisket
Add some heat to the brisket by increasing the amount of chili powder and red pepper flakes in the spice rub and rubbing them with Franks hot sauce halfway through cooking.
Sweet slow cooker beef brisket
Make a sweet and savory brisket by adding ¼ cup of brown sugar to the spice rub. For extra sweetness, baste the beef with a mixture of ½ cup of ketchup, ¼ cup of honey, and a tablespoon of Worcestershire sauce during cooking.
🥗 What to serve with
There are so many delicious sides that go great with this slow cooker brisket recipe, from mashed potatoes, green beans, corn on the cob, or a simple salad. Here are a few suggestions for you to try at home.
Mashed potato
Pair the tender brisket with some creamy mashed potato with cream cheese. They're buttery and garlicky in flavor with a silky creamy texture and take 45 minutes to prepare with pantry ingredients.
Green beans with ham
Fresh green beans are cooked with diced ham, garlic, and onion for a delicious side dish that is ready in under 30 minutes. Green beans and ham are the perfect side dish to pair with tender slices of beef brisket.
Creamy mashed cauliflower
Cauliflower is a great low-carb alternative to mashed potatoes. This recipe uses minced garlic, seasoning, and butter to create a creamy and delicious mashed cauliflower that is perfect for pairing with beef brisket.
🙋 Frequently asked questions
Can I use corned beef brisket for this recipe?
No, canned corned beef comes already cooked in brine and will not work for this recipe. You'll want to use a fresh beef brisket that you can rub with the spice blend.
Does the brisket in a slow cooker need to be in liquid?
No, the beef brisket does not need to be cooked in liquid in a slow cooker.
What other cuts of beef can I use instead of brisket?
If you can't find beef brisket, you could use a chuck beef roast, bottom round roast, or short ribs. Just keep in mind that the cooking time may need to be adjusted depending on the size and cut of beef you use.
🧊 Storing and ♨️ reheating
Slow cooker brisket is best served fresh, but leftovers can be stored in the fridge or freezer.
Fridge - You can store leftover brisket in a baking dish covered tightly with plastic wrap and keep it in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Freezer - To freeze leftover brisket, wrap the brisket tightly in 2-3 layers of plastic wrap or place it in a freezer bag. Squeeze out any excess air and freeze for up to 3 months.
Reheating - Reheat brisket slices in an oven preheated at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 5 to 6 minutes. If you're reheating the entire brisket, place it in a slow cooker on low heat for 4-6 hours.
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👪 Serving size
This slow cooker brisket recipe will easily provide enough for 8 servings, which is great for large families.
The spice blend for the beef brisket is simple but can be customized to suit your taste. Whether you like it spicy, sweet, or smokey, there's a variation for you. And the best part is that this is a slow-cooking recipe, so you can enjoy tender and juicy brisket any day of the week without lifting a finger!
If you want more slow cooker beef recipes, check out these tasty dishes: crock pot roast beef, braised slow cooker braised ribs, or tender bottom round roast.
📋 Recipe
Slow Cooker Brisket
Ingredients
- 3-4 pound beef brisket
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 1 tablespoon ground coffee
- 2 teaspoons paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- ½ teaspoon cumin
Instructions
Preparations
- Combine all dry rub ingredients in a small bowl.
- Trim the beef brisket of any fat and pat it dry with paper towels.
Cooking instructions
- Rub the spice mix all over the beef brisket and wrap it in foil.
- Put the spice-rubbed beef brisket in the slow cooker or crock pot for 8-9 hours on low.
- Remove the beef brisket from the aluminum foil, carve it into thick or thin slices, and serve.
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