Slow-Simmered Brisket with Onion and Garlic for Passover

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Tender brisket braised slowly with caramelized onions and garlic, perfect for a comforting Passover main course. This Middle Eastern-inspired Passover recipe, ready in about 200 minutes, pairs Beef brisket, Yellow onions, Garlic cloves 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: 20 min Cook: 180 min Serves 6 Middle Eastern cuisine 450 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 300°F. Heat 3 tbsp olive oil in a large oven-safe Dutch oven over medium-high heat and sear 3 lbs beef brisket on all sides until browned, about 4 minutes per side; transfer brisket to a plate.
  2. Step 2: Add 3 large sliced yellow onions and 6 thinly sliced garlic cloves to the pot and cook over medium heat for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until onions are golden and fragrant.
  3. Step 3: Return brisket to the pot, sprinkle with 2 tsp kosher salt, 1 tsp freshly ground black pepper, and 1 tsp dried thyme; pour in 2 cups beef broth and add 2 bay leaves.
  4. Step 4: Cover the pot tightly and transfer to the oven, braising the brisket for 3 hours until fork-tender and richly flavored.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Slow-Simmered Brisket with Onion and Garlic for Passover take to make?

Total time is about 200 minutes (20 min prep + 180 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-Simmered Brisket with Onion and Garlic for Passover?

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-Simmered Brisket with Onion and Garlic for Passover?

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-Simmered Brisket with Onion and Garlic for Passover 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-Simmered Brisket with Onion and Garlic for Passover?

Middle Eastern passover 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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