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Braised Corned Beef

Savory Braised Corned Beef: Your New Comfort Food Hero

This braised corned beef recipe offers tender, juicy meat that everyone adores, ideal for stress-free cooking and family gatherings.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Resting Time 30 minutes
Total Time 6 hours 40 minutes
Servings: 6 slices
Course: Beef
Cuisine: Irish
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

Brine Ingredients
  • 10 cups Water Essential for brine and cooking
  • 1 cup Kosher Salt Do not substitute with regular salt
  • 0.5 cup Brown Sugar Can be substituted with honey or maple syrup
  • 3 tablespoons Curing Salt (Prague Powder) Critical for safety
  • 1 tablespoon Whole Peppercorns
  • 1 tablespoon Allspice
  • 1 tablespoon Mustard Seed
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Ginger
  • 1 teaspoon Cloves
  • 1 tablespoon Juniper Berries
  • 4 pieces Bay Leaves
  • 2 sticks Cinnamon Sticks
  • 2 pieces Star Anise
  • 8 pieces Ice Cubes Helps cool the brine quickly
Beef Ingredients
  • 4-5 pounds Beef Brisket Opt for a well-marbled cut
Braising Vegetables
  • 3 pieces Carrots Chopped
  • 3 pieces Celery Chopped
  • 2 pieces Onions Chopped

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Roasting Pan
  • aluminum foil
  • Refrigerator

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Combine water, kosher salt, brown sugar, curing salt, and spices in a large pot. Bring to a boil and dissolve the salts and sugars completely over medium heat, then cool and refrigerate the brine.
  2. Place the beef brisket in a container or plastic bag and pour the cooled brine over it, ensuring it's fully submerged. Seal and refrigerate for 10 days, flipping every few days.
  3. Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C) on the day of cooking.
  4. Chop carrots, celery, and onions and spread in a roasting pan. Add enough water to keep vegetables half submerged.
  5. Place the brined brisket on top of the vegetables. Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 5-6 hours until fork-tender.
  6. Let the brisket rest for 20-30 minutes before slicing. Serve hot against the grain.

Nutrition

Serving: 4ouncesCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 1280mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gCalcium: 2mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Submerge brisket fully in the brine for optimal flavor. Use kosher salt only, and always slice against the grain for the best texture. Allow resting time before slicing for juicy results.

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