Classic Slow-Cooked Brisket with Aromatic Vegetables

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A tender, flavorful beef brisket braised with vegetables and herbs, a centerpiece for the Passover Seder meal. This Middle Eastern-inspired Passover recipe (gluten-free), ready in about 255 minutes, pairs beef brisket, olive oil, onions for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 calories and feeds 8, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with rice, quinoa, or a quick salad. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 45 min Cook: 210 min Serves 8 Middle Eastern cuisine 450 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). Season 3 pounds beef brisket with 1 teaspoon black pepper and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Sear brisket on all sides until browned, about 5 minutes per side.
  2. Step 2: Remove brisket and set aside. Add 2 peeled and thinly sliced onions and 4 minced garlic cloves to the pot. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened. Add 2 peeled and sliced carrots, 2 sliced celery stalks, and 2 tablespoons tomato paste, stirring for 2 minutes.
  3. Step 3: Return brisket to pot. Add 1 cup beef broth, 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar, 1 tablespoon dried thyme, and 1 bay leaf. Bring to a simmer, cover, and transfer to oven. Braise for 3.5 hours until meat is fork-tender.
  4. Step 4: Remove brisket and let rest for 15 minutes. Strain cooking liquid, discard bay leaf, slice brisket against the grain, and serve with vegetables and sauce.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Classic Slow-Cooked Brisket with Aromatic Vegetables take to make?

Total time is about 255 minutes (45 min prep + 210 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Classic Slow-Cooked Brisket with Aromatic Vegetables?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep beef brisket from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Classic Slow-Cooked Brisket with Aromatic Vegetables?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Classic Slow-Cooked Brisket with Aromatic Vegetables for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 8 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 8). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

Is Classic Slow-Cooked Brisket with Aromatic Vegetables gluten-free?

Yes — this recipe is tagged gluten-free based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.

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