Slow-Roasted Regional Spiced Beef Brisket

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A deeply flavored slow-roasted beef brisket rubbed with a blend of regional spices, slow-cooked until tender and juicy. This american-inspired beef ready in about 255 minutes pairs beef brisket, smoked paprika, ground cumin 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.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 240 min Serves 6 American cuisine 450 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 275°F and pat dry 3 lbs beef brisket with paper towels.
  2. Step 2: In a small bowl, combine 2 tbsp smoked paprika, 1 tbsp ground cumin, 1 tbsp garlic powder, 1 tbsp onion powder, 1 tbsp brown sugar, 2 tsp kosher salt, and 1 tsp black pepper to create a spice rub.
  3. Step 3: Rub the spice mixture evenly over entire brisket surface.
  4. Step 4: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large oven-proof skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering; sear brisket for 4 minutes per side until a dark crust forms.
  5. Step 5: Pour 1 cup beef broth around brisket in the skillet, then cover tightly with foil.
  6. Step 6: Transfer skillet to the oven and roast for 4 hours until brisket is fork-tender.
  7. Step 7: Remove from oven and let rest for 20 minutes before slicing against the grain and serving with pan juices.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Slow-Roasted Regional Spiced Beef Brisket take to make?

Total time is about 255 minutes (15 min prep + 240 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 Regional Spiced 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 Slow-Roasted Regional Spiced 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 Slow-Roasted Regional Spiced Beef Brisket 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 Regional Spiced 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.

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