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Slow Cooker Beer and Onion Brisket
5 from 15 votes

Slow Cooker Beer and Onion Brisket

Slow Cooker Beer and Onion Brisket features tender beef brisket slowly cooked with caramelized onions, garlic, Worcestershire sauce, and beer. The long, low cooking time allows the brisket to absorb savory flavors and develop a soft texture that slices easily. Caramelizing the onions adds sweetness that balances the beef’s richness. This dish is ideal for a filling main course, especially when served with hearty sides.

Prep Time
20 mins
Cook Time
8 hrs
Total Time
8 hrs 20 mins
Servings: 10 Servings
Calories: 383 kcal
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 4 tablespoons butter unsalted
  • 4 red onions , sliced
  • 4 cloves garlic , minced
  • 2 teaspoons kosher salt , divided
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper coarse ground
  • 2 tablespoons canola oil
  • 4 pound beef brisket
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 12 ounces beer

Instructions

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  1. In a large skillet melt the butter on medium heat and add in the onions and 1 teaspoon Kosher salt.
  2. Cook for 15-20 minutes, stirring frequently until they start to caramelize.
  3. Add in the garlic, stir and cook for 1 minute.
  4. Remove the onions from the pan and set aside.
  5. Add in the canola oil and turn the heat up to medium-high.
  6. Season the brisket with the remaining salt and the pepper.
  7. Brown on both sides for 3-5 minutes on each side.
  8. Add the brisket, fatty side up, into the slow cooker and top with onion and garlic mixture.
  9. Pour Worcestershire sauce and beer around the brisket and cook for 8 hours on low heat.
  10. Slice against the grain to serve.

Nutrition Information

Calories 383kcal (19%) Carbohydrates 6g (2%) Protein 38g (76%) Fat 21g (32%) Saturated Fat 8g (40%) Cholesterol 125mg (42%) Sodium 646mg (27%) Potassium 704mg (15%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 2g (4%) Vitamin A 140IU (3%) Vitamin C 4mg (4%) Calcium 28mg (3%) Iron 4mg (22%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 10 Servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 383

% Daily Value*

Calories 383kcal 19%
Carbohydrates 6g 2%
Protein 38g 76%
Fat 21g 32%
Saturated Fat 8g 40%
Cholesterol 125mg 42%
Sodium 646mg 27%
Potassium 704mg 15%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 2g 4%
Vitamin A 140IU 3%
Vitamin C 4mg 4%
Calcium 28mg 3%
Iron 4mg 22%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.