Instant Pot Brisket
User Reviews
4.9
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Total Time
1 hr 55 mins
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Servings
4
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Calories
475 kcal
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Course
Main Course, Lunch, Dinner
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Cuisine
American
Instant Pot Brisket
Description
The Instant Pot Brisket recipe begins with a dry rub combining brown sugar, chili powder, black pepper, onion powder, garlic powder, cinnamon, salt, cumin, fennel seed, and cayenne pepper. This rub is applied to a thick brisket and allowed to marinate for hours to let the spices penetrate. The brisket is then pressure-cooked alongside sliced onions, minced garlic, maple syrup, honey, apple cider vinegar, liquid smoke, and unsalted chicken stock. This method tenderizes the meat efficiently and infuses it with modifiers from the cooking liquid.
After cooking, the brisket rests while the sauce is thickened by sautéing in the Instant Pot and incorporating ketchup, Dijon mustard, and brown sugar. This creates a rich, glossy BBQ sauce balancing sweet, tangy, and smoky flavors, complementing the meat. The brisket is typically sliced and served with this sauce.
The recipe recommends marinating overnight for best flavor absorption and suggests careful handling of the pressure cooker release to maintain moisture. The brisket’s texture is tender yet sliceable, benefiting from the balance of spices and condiments in the rub and sauce.
Ingredients
- 1.5 - 2 pounds (766g) beef brisket 2 inches thick
- 3 – 5 drops liquid smoke
Dry Rub:
- 2 tablespoons (26g) brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons (5g) chili powder
- 2 teaspoons (4g) black pepper
- 1 teaspoon (2.4g) onion powder
- 1 teaspoon (2.8g) garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon (3g) cinnamon powder
- 1 teaspoon (6g) kosher salt coarse
- ½ teaspoon (1g) cumin seed , ground
- ½ teaspoon (1g) fennel seed , ground
- ¼ teaspoon (0.5g) cayenne pepper
BBQ Sauce:
- 1 (205g) onion sliced, medium
- 3 garlic minced, cloves
- 1 cup (250ml) ketchup
- ½ cup (125ml) chicken stock unsalted, or water
- 1 tablespoon (15ml) maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon (15ml) honey
- 2 tablespoons (30ml) apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons (30ml) Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon (13g) brown sugar
Instructions
- Dry Rub Brisket: In a glass mixing bowl, mix dry rub ingredients together. Rub the dry rub mixture on the brisket, then let it marinate for at least 2 hours (preferably overnight, so the salt can penetrate the meat).
- Pressure Cook Beef Brisket: Add sliced onion, minced garlic, 1 tbsp (15ml) maple syrup, 1 tbsp (15ml) honey, 2 tbsp (30ml) apple cider vinegar, 3 - 5 drops liquid smoke, and ½ cup (125ml) unsalted chicken stock to Instant Pot. Mix well. Add marinated brisket in Instant Pot. Pressure Cook at High Pressure for 75 minute and Natural Release for 15 minutes. Remove the lid carefully.
- Thicken Homemade BBQ Sauce: Carefully place cooked brisket on a chopping board and let it rest. If desired, use a fat separator to remove the oil from the BBQ sauce. Bring the BBQ sauce back to a simmer by pressing the "Cancel" button, then "Saute" button. Mix in 1 cup (250ml) ketchup, 2 tbsp (30g) Dijon mustard, and 1 tbsp (13g) brown sugar in Instant Pot. Let the BBQ sauce thicken by simmering for 8 - 15 minutes. Stir occasionally. Taste and adjust the seasoning with more salt if necessary.
- Serve Instant Pot Brisket with Yummy BBQ Sauce: Generously brush the addictively yummy BBQ sauce all over the brisket. If desired, use a blowtorch or oven (broil) to slightly caramelize the BBQ sauce on the brisket. Slice your brisket against the grain to maximize tenderness. If you didn't marinate the brisket long enough, sprinkle some salt on the sliced briskets to season them better. Serve with the awesome BBQ sauce. Your delicious & beautiful BBQ Brisket is ready to serve! Enjoy~ :)
Notes
- Marinate brisket with the dry rub for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight, for deeper flavor penetration.
- After pressure cooking, allow a natural pressure release for 15 minutes before opening the lid to retain moisture.
- Use a fat separator when reheating or finishing the BBQ sauce to reduce grease for a smoother sauce.
- Rate and share your experience to help improve the recipe.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 475 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 475kcal | 24% |
| Carbohydrates | 41g | 14% |
| Protein | 42g | 84% |
| Fat | 15g | 23% |
| Saturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Cholesterol | 118mg | 39% |
| Sodium | 1396mg | 58% |
| Potassium | 993mg | 21% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 31g | 62% |
| Vitamin A | 655IU | 13% |
| Vitamin C | 6.9mg | 8% |
| Calcium | 66mg | 7% |
| Iron | 4.7mg | 26% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.9
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