Bobby Flay Beef Brisket Recipe

This Bobby Flay Beef Brisket Recipe is a tender and sweet recipe, which is made with beer and chili sauce. It’s the ultimate comfort food recipe, ready in about 4 hours.

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Bobby Flay Beef Brisket Ingredients

1 (3 pound) beef brisket, trimmed of fat
salt and pepper to taste
1 medium onion, thinly sliced
1 (12 fluid ounce) can beer
1 (12 ounce) bottle tomato-based chili sauce
¾ cup packed brown sugar

How To Make Beef Brisket

Preheat the oven: Set the oven to 325°F (165°C).
Season the brisket: Rub salt and black pepper generously on all sides of the brisket. Place it in a glass baking dish and layer the thinly sliced onion on top.
Prepare the sauce: In a bowl, combine the beer, chili sauce, and brown sugar. Pour the mixture over the brisket and onions.
Bake the brisket: Cover the dish tightly with heavy-duty aluminum foil. Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 3 hours.
Uncover and finish: Remove the foil and bake for an additional 30 minutes. This final step allows the top of the brisket to caramelize and creates a richer flavor.
Rest, slice, and serve: Let the brisket rest and cool slightly before slicing. Return the sliced brisket to the dish and spoon the sauce over it. Reheat briefly before serving.

Recipe Tips

Why trim the fat? Brisket usually has a thick layer of fat (a “fat cap”). Trimming most of this down to about 1/4 inch thick is helpful because it allows the sweet and tangy sauce to penetrate the meat better.
Can I use a slow cooker? Yes, this is an excellent slow cooker recipe. Follow steps 2 and 3, then cover the slow cooker and cook on LOW for 8-10 hours or HIGH for 4-5 hours, until the meat is fork-tender.
What kind of beer is best? Use a light lager or a pale ale. Avoid dark, bitter beers like stouts or very hoppy IPAs, as those flavors will become concentrated during the long cook time.
How do I know when it’s done? The meat should be “fork tender.” This means you can easily pull it apart with a fork. It will be well past the typical doneness temperature (around 200°F internal), but that low temperature is needed to break down the connective tissue and make it tender.

What To Serve With Beef Brisket

This tender, saucy brisket is delicious on its own or in sandwiches.

Creamy Mashed Potatoes
On a roll for a hearty sandwich
Creamy Coleslaw
Macaroni and Cheese
A side of cornbread

How To Store Beef Brisket

Refrigerate: Store leftovers in an airtight container with the sauce spooned over the meat. It will keep in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Freeze: This brisket freezes beautifully. Store sliced meat and sauce in a freezer-safe container for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator.

Bobby Flay Beef Brisket Nutrition Facts

(Per serving, assuming 6 servings)

Calories: ~610 kcal
Total Fat: 35g
Saturated Fat: 12g
Cholesterol: 110mg
Sodium: 950mg
Total Carbohydrate: 30g
Dietary Fiber: 1g
Sugars: 22g
Protein: 40g

Nutrition information is estimated and may vary based on ingredients and cooking methods used.

FAQs

Do I have to use tomato-based chili sauce?

Yes, this is the key to the flavor of this specific sauce. It is a seasoned, sweet, and mild sauce (not super spicy) that serves as the base. Don’t use hot pepper sauce or a can of plain tomato puree.

Why cover the brisket tightly?

Covering it tightly with foil creates a moist, steamy environment (braising). This is what breaks down the tough connective tissue in the brisket, ensuring the meat is incredibly tender.

Can I use a boneless brisket?

Yes, a boneless flat or point cut of brisket will work perfectly. The cooking time should remain roughly the same, but the meat will be easier to slice.

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