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A heaping mound of glistening, caramelized pulled beef brisket. The tender, juicy shreds of deep brown meat are piled high, revealing crispy, dark edges. A gentle wisp of steam rises from the succulent meat, ready to be served.

5-Ingredient Caramelized Pulled Beef Brisket

This 5-Ingredient Caramelized Pulled Beef Brisket is an effortless, flavorful dish with a sweet and savory glaze. Perfect for sandwiches, potatoes, or as a hearty main, it’s tender, juicy, and caramelized to perfection.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours 30 minutes
Total Time 3 hours 40 minutes
Course Dinner
Cuisine American
Servings 8 servings
Calories 450 kcal

Ingredients
  

Brisket

  • 3.5 lb beef brisket, fat trimmed to ¼-inch estimate 3-4 lb

Sauce

  • 1 oz dry onion soup mix 1 packet
  • 0.5 cup light brown sugar packed
  • 0.5 cup ketchup
  • 0.33 cup water

Notes

Brisket Choice: A brisket with good marbling will yield the most tender results. Make-Ahead: Cook the brisket a day in advance through shredding and store beef and cooking liquid separately. Freezing: This pulled beef freezes well for up to 3 months with some cooking liquid.
Keyword 5-ingredient brisket, caramelized beef, easy brisket, oven brisket, pulled beef brisket
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