Braised Brisket in Chipotle Onion Sauce
Tender, smoky, and irresistibly flavorful, this Braised Brisket in Chipotle Onion Sauce is the ultimate comfort food centerpiece. This recipe combines melt-in-your-mouth beef brisket with a rich, spicy sauce made from caramelized onions, smoky chipotle peppers in adobo, and a touch of tangy apple cider vinegar for balance. Slowly braised to perfection over four hours, the brisket absorbs every bit of the bold, savory flavors while remaining deeply juicy. The sauce, with its hints of tomato paste and brown sugar, is velvety smooth and perfect for drizzling over the meat or your favorite sides, like mashed potatoes or fluffy rice. Finished with a fresh sprinkle of chopped cilantro, this dish is a show-stopping option for weekend dinners or holiday feasts. Whether you're craving hearty comfort food or looking to impress with a meal bursting with Tex-Mex-inspired flair, this braised brisket recipe delivers it all.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pounds beef brisket
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 large yellow onions, thinly sliced
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
- 2 tablespoons adobo sauce (from the canned chipotles)
- 3 tablespoons tomato paste
- 3 cups beef broth
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 2 bay leaves
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).
Season the brisket on both sides with salt and black pepper.
Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large Dutch oven or heavy oven-safe pot set over medium-high heat.
Add the brisket to the pot and sear for 4-5 minutes per side until browned. Remove the brisket and set it aside.
In the same pot, reduce the heat to medium and add the sliced onions. Sauté for 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened and golden.
Add the minced garlic, chipotle peppers, and adobo sauce, cooking for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Stir in the tomato paste and cook for another minute to deepen the flavor.
Pour in the beef broth, apple cider vinegar, and brown sugar, stirring to combine. Add the bay leaves.
Return the brisket to the pot, ensuring it is partially submerged in the sauce.
Cover the pot with a lid and transfer it to the preheated oven. Braise for 3.5 to 4 hours, basting the brisket with the sauce every hour to keep it moist.
Carefully remove the pot from the oven and transfer the brisket to a cutting board. Let it rest for 10-15 minutes.
Discard the bay leaves from the sauce and use an immersion blender to puree the sauce until smooth, if desired.
Slice the brisket against the grain and serve with the chipotle onion sauce spooned over the top.
Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve with mashed potatoes, rice, or roasted vegetables.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4793 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 251.0 g | 322% | |
| Saturated Fat | 89.7 g | 449% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 11.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1706 mg | 568% | |
| Sodium | 10348 mg | 450% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 65.1 g | 24% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.9 g | 39% | |
| Total Sugars | 31.6 g | ||
| Protein | 550.6 g | 1101% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.6 mcg | 18% | |
| Calcium | 390 mg | 30% | |
| Iron | 55.2 mg | 307% | |
| Potassium | 6888 mg | 147% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
