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    Home » Meat Recipes » Oven Brisket

    Oven Brisket

    Last updated: Jan 10, 2023 · Recipes developed by Vered DeLeeuw and nutritionally reviewed by Rachel Benight MS, RD · This website generates income via ads and uses cookies.

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    Cooking brisket in the oven is easy! Simply rub the meat with spices, bake it in a foil pouch, then briefly broil to crisp up the fat cap.

    The result is so tender and juicy, and - just as important - the leftovers are really good too.

    Beef brisket that was cooked in the oven, sliced and served on a wooden cutting board.

    Beef brisket is my favorite meat to order in barbecue places. The best restaurants smoke the meat slowly for over 18 to 24 hours. The result: wonderfully smoky, flavorful, and tender meat.

    But even if you don't own a smoker, your oven is a great tool for making tender and flavorful brisket. Use smoked paprika (and smoked salt if you have it) to give the meat a bit of that wonderful smoky flavor, and cook it on low for several hours. I cook a 3-pound brisket for 3 hours at 300°F.

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    Ingredients

    Apart from the meat itself, you'll only need Kosher salt, black pepper, and a few spices to cook brisket in the oven. The exact measurements are listed in the recipe card below. Here's an overview of what you'll need:

    • Beef brisket: I usually get a 3-pound piece at Whole Foods. You can also order it online on websites such as US Wellness Meats.
    • Kosher salt and black pepper: If using fine salt, you might want to reduce the amount you use.
    • Spices: I like to use smoked paprika, cumin, onion powder, garlic powder, and dry mustard. Make sure they are fresh! A stale spice can really ruin a dish.
    The ingredients needed to cook brisket.

    Instructions

    Cooking brisket in the oven takes time, but other than that, it's very easy. The detailed instructions for making this recipe are included in the recipe card below. Here are the basic steps:

    • You start by mixing kosher salt, black pepper, and spices, then rubbing the mixture all over the meat.
    • Now, place the meat in a well-sealed foil pouch. The video below shows you how to do it.
    • Bake the brisket for three hours in a 300°F oven.
    • Brush the slightly cooled meat with the cooking juices and broil it to crisp up the fat cap. Let the meat rest for a few minutes before slicing.
    A six-photo collage showing the steps for cooking brisket in the oven.

    Expert tips

    1. Beef brisket comes with a wonderful fat cap. Please don't remove it completely, before or after cooking. It's really the best part. But do ask your butcher to trim it into a manageable thickness - ¼ inch is ideal.
    2. Brisket should be cooked with the fat side up. This will allow some of the melting fat to seep into the meat, making it juicier and more flavorful.

    Frequently asked questions

    What is a brisket?

    This cut of beef comes from the lower chest of the cow. Since it contains a lot of connective tissue which can make it tough, it needs to be cooked low and slow to make it tender. An illustration showing where the brisket comes from in the cow.

    What is the best way to cook a brisket?

    Unlike the very tender ribeye roast, beef brisket is a tough but very flavorful cut of beef that requires low and slow cooking. Tri-tip roast is another one, although it's typically cooked fairly briefly, to medium rare.

    Since it takes a while, this is a good recipe to make on a winter weekend when you're home anyway. It's not difficult at all, but it does require a time commitment of about 3 hours.

    What is the difference between a point and a flat?

    The brisket has two parts: the point and the flat. The point is a thicker and fattier cut. The flat is leaner and tougher - it has more connective tissue. The flat is easier to slice because of its shape, while the point is perfect for shredding.

    While this recipe was written for the flat part, I sometimes use it to cook a brisket point, as you can see in the ingredient shot above. Although the point is typically ready faster than the flat, it's fine to use the same recipe for both parts. The point is very fatty so it won't dry out even if cooked for longer than it actually needs. 

    Why is brisket a Jewish tradition?

    In traditional Jewish cooking, brisket is often served on holidays. This cut became popular with Ashkenazi Jewish people because it's affordable and kosher (as long as the animal is slaughtered and the meat is prepared according to Jewish kashrut laws).

    Variations

    The best way to vary this recipe is to experiment with different spices and herbs. Sometimes I omit the dry mustard and add herbs instead. Dried thyme is nice - try half a teaspoon. If you enjoy spicy food, you can also add ¼ teaspoon of cayenne pepper.

    Serving suggestions

    I cook the meat in the oven on low heat, which means I can't roast vegetables at the same time since they require a hot oven.

    So I tend to serve this dish with easy side dishes that I can make separately in the microwave, such as mashed cauliflower or microwave broccoli. A simple arugula salad is another great option and it nicely balances out the richness of the beef.

    Storing leftovers

    The leftovers are very tasty! This is the type of meat that gets better with time. You can keep the leftovers in the fridge, in an airtight container, for up to 4 days.

    Use them as you would roast beef - serve cold slices on a plate with mustard and pickles, or make a cloud bread sandwich.

    Oven-baked brisket, sliced, served on a wooden cutting board.

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    Oven-Baked Brisket.
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    Oven-Baked Brisket

    It's easy to cook brisket in the oven! Simply rub the meat with spices, bake it in a foil pouch, then broil to crisp up the fat. Tender and juicy!
    Prep Time20 mins
    Cook Time3 hrs
    Total Time3 hrs 20 mins
    Course: Main Course
    Cuisine: Jewish
    Servings: 6 servings
    Calories: 582kcal
    Author: Vered DeLeeuw
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    INGREDIENTS

    • 3 lb. brisket fat trimmed to ¼-inch thick

    Dry Rub:

    • 2 teaspoons Diamond Crystal kosher salt (or smoked salt)
    • 1 teaspoon black pepper
    • 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
    • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
    • 1 teaspoon onion powder
    • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
    • 1 teaspoon dry mustard

    INSTRUCTIONS

    • Preheat the oven to 300 degrees F. Look at the raw brisket and locate the direction of the grain. When it's cooked, you will want to cut it against the grain.
    • In a small bowl, mix the rub ingredients together. Gently rub the spice mix all over the brisket.
    • Make a foil pouch: place the brisket, fat side up, on two layers of foil. Pull the edges of the foil up around the brisket and wrap it. Use a third foil layer on the top if needed. Seal well to keep moisture in, but don't wrap the meat too tight - leave some room for the steam.
    • Place the foil pouch on a foil-lined, broiler-safe, rimmed baking sheet. Cook the brisket for 3 hours (about 1 hour per pound).
    • Turn off the oven and allow the brisket to rest until it’s cool enough to handle.
    • Remove the brisket from the oven and open the foil pouch. Pour the cooking juices into a measuring cup. You can skim the fat from the top if you want (I don't).
    • Turn the oven to broil. Brush the brisket with some of the cooking juices. Broil the brisket until the fat browns and starts to crisp, about 2 minutes.
    • Allow the brisket to cool for a few minutes before slicing. Slice it against the grain and on the bias into ¼-inch slices, as shown in the video, and serve it with the cooking juices for dipping.

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    NOTES

    Beef brisket comes with a wonderful fat cap. Please don't remove it completely, before or after cooking. It's really the best part. But do ask your butcher to trim it into a manageable thickness - ¼ inch is ideal.
    Then, you should cook it fat side up. This will allow some of the melting fat to seep into the meat, making it juicier and more flavorful.

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    NUTRITION PER SERVING

    Serving: 6oz | Calories: 582kcal | Protein: 42g | Fat: 44g | Saturated Fat: 17g | Sodium: 382mg
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    Vered Deleeuw Vered DeLeeuw, LL.M., CNC, has been following a low-carb real-food diet and blogging about it since 2011. She's a Certified Nutrition Coach (NASM-CNC), has taken courses at the Harvard School of Public Health, and has earned a Nutrition and Healthy Living Certificate from Cornell University. Her work has appeared in several major media outlets, including Healthline, HuffPost, Today, Women's Health, Shape, and Country Living. Click to learn more about Vered.

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