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Sliced braised corned beef brisket on a wooden board

Braised Corned Beef Brisket

Slow-braised corned beef brisket that's tender, flavorful, and perfect for St. Patrick's Day or any hearty meal occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 15 minutes
Course Main
Cuisine Irish-American
Servings 6 servings
Calories 450 kcal

Equipment

  • Dutch Oven
  • Chef's Knife
  • Cutting Board

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 3 lb corned beef brisket with spice packet
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 1 onion sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic smashed
  • 1 tbsp whole grain mustard
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1/2 tsp black peppercorns

Optional Vegetables

  • 4 carrots peeled and cut into chunks
  • 4 potatoes quartered
  • 1/2 head of cabbage cut into wedges

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C).
  • Place corned beef brisket in a Dutch oven. Sprinkle spice packet over the top.
  • Add beef broth, onion, garlic, mustard, bay leaves, and peppercorns. Liquid should mostly cover the meat.
  • Cover and braise in the oven for 2.5 to 3 hours, until tender.
  • If adding vegetables, place carrots and potatoes in the pot during the last hour of cooking. Add cabbage in the last 30 minutes.
  • Remove brisket, rest 10 minutes, slice against the grain and serve with vegetables.

Notes

This dish pairs perfectly with Dijon mustard or horseradish sauce. Leftovers make fantastic sandwiches!
Keyword Beef, St. Patrick's Day