Description
Bold, smoky, and irresistibly tender—this Bourbon Brisket brings together a deep coffee spice rub and a rich bourbon-kissed braise. Perfectly sliceable for sandwiches or served over creamy mash, it’s a low-and-slow masterpiece with serious flavor and major crowd appeal.
Ingredients
For the Rub:
2 tbsp ground coffee
1 tbsp brown sugar
1 tsp smoked paprika
1 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp black pepper
1 tsp kosher salt
For the Brisket:
3–4 lb beef brisket
1 tbsp olive oil
1 onion, sliced
3 cloves garlic, smashed
1/2 cup bourbon
1 cup beef broth
1 tbsp tomato paste
Instructions
Mix rub ingredients and coat brisket evenly. Let sit for 30 minutes or overnight.
Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). Sear brisket in olive oil until browned on both sides. Remove and set aside.
In the same pan, sauté onion and garlic until softened. Stir in bourbon, broth, and tomato paste. Bring to a simmer.
Return brisket to pan. Cover tightly and braise in the oven for 3–3.5 hours, until fork-tender.
Rest 15 minutes, then slice against the grain.
Serve on buns, over mashed potatoes, or with roasted veggies.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 3–3.5 hours
Nutrition
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 3g
- Fat: 32g
- Protein: 38g