Simple Salt Beef
Tender, juicy, and full of old-fashioned flavor, this Simple Salt Beef recipe delivers perfectly brined and slow-cooked brisket that’s melt-in-your-mouth delicious. A comforting classic ideal for hearty meals or deli-style sandwiches.
Ingredients
- Beef Brisket: 3 pounds
- Coarse Sea Salt: 3/4 cup
- Brown Sugar: 3 tablespoons
- Black Peppercorns: 1 tablespoon
- Coriander Seeds: 1 tablespoon
- Bay Leaves: 3
- Cloves: 4
- Garlic: 3 cloves, smashed
- Water: 2 quarts
- Carrots: 2, roughly chopped
- Onion: 1, halved
- Celery: 2 stalks, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat Your Equipment: Prepare the brine by heating water, salt, sugar, and spices in a pot until dissolved. Let cool completely.
- Combine Ingredients: Place the brisket in a large non-metallic container and pour cooled brine over it. Ensure the meat is submerged. Refrigerate for 5–7 days, turning daily.
- Prepare Your Cooking Vessel: After curing, rinse brisket thoroughly under cold water.
- Assemble the Dish: Place beef in a pot with fresh water, carrots, onion, and celery.
- Cook to Perfection: Bring to a gentle simmer and cook for 2 1/2–3 hours until fork-tender.
- Finishing Touches: Allow to cool in the broth for 30 minutes before slicing.
- Serve and Enjoy: Slice across the grain and serve with mustard and pickles.
Notes
- Use brisket with some fat for tenderness and flavor.
- Never boil—keep the simmer gentle for the best texture.
- Cool the beef in its broth to retain juiciness.
- Save the flavorful broth for soups or stews.
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