Crock Pot BBQ Beef Brisket (Printer-Friendly)
Slow-cooked beef brisket with smoky spices and rich homemade BBQ sauce for tender, flavorful results.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Beef
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3 pounds flat end trimmed beef brisket
→ Rub
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2 teaspoons chili powder
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1 teaspoon garlic powder
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½ teaspoon celery seeds
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¼ teaspoon black pepper
→ BBQ Sauce
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½ cup ketchup
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½ cup chili sauce
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¼ cup packed brown sugar
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½ teaspoon dry mustard
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2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar or distilled vinegar
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2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
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1½ teaspoons liquid smoke
# Steps to Follow:
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Combine chili powder, garlic powder, celery seeds, and black pepper in a small bowl.
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Rub seasoning thoroughly over entire surface of the brisket. Optionally wrap in plastic and refrigerate overnight to enhance flavor.
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Place brisket in the bottom of a 6-quart slow cooker.
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Combine ketchup, chili sauce, brown sugar, dry mustard, vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, and liquid smoke in a bowl; stir until uniform.
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Pour sauce evenly over brisket. Cover and cook on low for 6 to 8 hours until tender.
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Remove brisket and slice thinly against the grain to ensure tenderness. Optionally drizzle some cooking liquid atop slices before serving.
# Helpful Hints:
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Cutting against the grain yields a more tender bite. Refrigerating the meat overnight with the rub intensifies flavor.