Honey-Roasted Brisket with Spiced Orange Glaze

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Tender, slow-roasted brisket glazed with a sweet and tangy honey-orange sauce spiced with cinnamon and cloves. This middle eastern-inspired hanukkah ready in about 230 minutes pairs beef brisket, kosher salt, black pepper 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 a quick salad or grain on the side. 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: 20 min Cook: 210 min Serves 8 Middle Eastern cuisine 450 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 325°F. Rub 4 pounds beef brisket evenly with 2 teaspoons kosher salt and 1 teaspoon black pepper.
  2. Step 2: Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Sear brisket on all sides, about 4 minutes per side, until browned.
  3. Step 3: In a bowl, whisk 1 cup orange juice, 1/3 cup honey, 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon, 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves, and 4 minced garlic cloves until combined.
  4. Step 4: Pour the honey-orange glaze over the brisket. Cover the skillet tightly with foil and roast in the oven for 3 to 3½ hours, basting every hour, until the brisket is fork-tender.
  5. Step 5: Remove the brisket from the oven and let it rest for 15 minutes before slicing against the grain. Spoon pan juices over slices before serving.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Honey-Roasted Brisket with Spiced Orange Glaze take to make?

Total time is about 230 minutes (20 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 Honey-Roasted Brisket with Spiced Orange Glaze?

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 Honey-Roasted Brisket with Spiced Orange Glaze?

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 Honey-Roasted Brisket with Spiced Orange Glaze 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.

What goes well with Honey-Roasted Brisket with Spiced Orange Glaze?

Middle Eastern hanukkah like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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