Slow-Roasted Beef Brisket with Gulfport BBQ Glaze
Tender, slow-roasted beef brisket finished with a sweet and smoky Gulfport-style BBQ glaze that highlights Southern flavors. This american southern-inspired beef ready in about 320 minutes pairs Beef brisket, Brown sugar, Smoked paprika for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 calories and feeds 6, 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 Brown sugar
- 1 tbsp Smoked paprika
- 1 tsp Garlic powder
- 1 tsp Onion powder
- 1 tbsp Salt
- 1 tsp Black pepper
- 1/4 cup Apple cider vinegar
- 1/2 cup Ketchup
- 2 tbsp Honey
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 275°F. Combine 2 tbsp brown sugar, 1 tbsp smoked paprika, 1 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp onion powder, 1 tbsp salt, and 1 tsp black pepper in a small bowl. Rub this spice mix evenly over all sides of the 3 lb beef brisket.
- Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the brisket for 4-5 minutes per side until a deep brown crust forms.
- Step 3: In a separate bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar, 1/2 cup ketchup, 2 tbsp honey, and 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce to create the BBQ glaze.
- Step 4: Pour half of the BBQ glaze over the brisket, cover the skillet tightly with foil, and roast in the oven for 4-5 hours until the brisket is fork-tender.
- Step 5: Every hour, baste the brisket with remaining glaze. Once done, let rest for 15 minutes before slicing against the grain and serving with extra glaze.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Slow-Roasted Beef Brisket with Gulfport BBQ Glaze take to make?
Total time is about 320 minutes (20 min prep + 300 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 Slow-Roasted Beef Brisket with Gulfport BBQ 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 Slow-Roasted Beef Brisket with Gulfport BBQ 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 Slow-Roasted Beef Brisket with Gulfport BBQ Glaze for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). 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 Slow-Roasted Beef Brisket with Gulfport BBQ Glaze?
American Southern 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.
