Maple-Bourbon Glazed Beef Brisket
Slow-simmered beef brisket with a sweet-smoky glaze, inspired by Boston's historic charm and marathon endurance. This american-inspired beef ready in about 255 minutes pairs beef brisket, all-purpose flour, olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 410 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.
Ingredients
- 3 lbs beef brisket
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 large yellow onion
- 2 medium carrots
- 4 cloves garlic
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 3 tbsp bourbon
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
Instructions
- Step 1: Pat 3 lbs beef brisket dry with paper towels, then season evenly with 2 tbsp all-purpose flour and 1/2 tsp salt.
- Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat until shimmering, then sear brisket for 3-4 minutes per side until deeply browned, then set aside.
- Step 3: Finely chop 1 large yellow onion, 2 medium carrots, and 4 garlic cloves, then sauté in the pot for 5 minutes until softened and fragrant.
- Step 4: Return brisket to the pot, add 2 cups beef broth, and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Step 5: Cover and transfer to a preheated oven at 300°F, cooking for 3.5 hours until fork-tender.
- Step 6: Remove brisket, tent with foil, and let rest for 15 minutes. Strain cooking liquid into a saucepan, then whisk in 1/4 cup maple syrup, 3 tbsp bourbon, and 1 tbsp Dijon mustard, simmering for 8 minutes until reduced by half and glossy.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Maple-Bourbon Glazed Beef Brisket take to make?
Total time is about 255 minutes (25 min prep + 230 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 Maple-Bourbon Glazed Beef Brisket?
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 Maple-Bourbon Glazed Beef Brisket?
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 Maple-Bourbon Glazed Beef Brisket 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 Maple-Bourbon Glazed Beef Brisket?
American beef 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.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Used half the salt and it was still plenty flavorful.
- ★★★★☆
Really good but took about 10 minutes longer than stated.
- ★★★★☆
Tasty recipe. I'd add a bit more seasoning next time.
