Pecho de ternera a cocción lenta

Ingredientes

• 5 to 6 pounds beef brisket, “flat” cut (excess fat trimmed, see notes)
• 2 large yellow onions, sliced
• 8 garlic cloves, crushed
• 3 bay leaves
• 1/4 cup beef broth
• 2 teaspoons whole grain dijon mustard
• Salt and pepper
• 3 teaspoons light brown sugar
• 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
• 2 teaspoons chili powder
• 1 teaspoons ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 2 teaspoons garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 4 teaspoons Kosher salt
• 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 2 cups BBQ sauce (your favorite brand)
• 1/2 cup apricot preserves or jam
• 1 tablespoon whole grain dijon mustard

Preparación

1. 1

   Dry rub: In a bowl, mix all the dry rub ingredients. Rub the brisket all over with it, on both sides. Let it sit for 30 minutes to 1 hour on the counter. This will help with flavor.

2. 2

   Apricot BBQ sauce: In a bowl, mix the barbecue sauce with the apricot preserves and dijon mustard. Set aside.

3. 3

   To a large 8-quart slow cooker, add the sliced onions, crushed garlic, and bay leaves. Then, add beef broth, 2 teaspoons whole grain dijon mustard, salt and pepper.

4. 4

   Stir in about ¾ cup of the prepared apricot barbecue glaze into the slow cooker. Give everything a mix until evenly combined.

5. 5

   Place the brisket on top, fat layer side up. Cover and cook on LOW for 10 hours, or HIGH for 6 hours until fall-apart tender. During this time, the meat will release plenty of juices.

6. 6

   Once ready, lift and transfer the brisket onto a large sheet pan, fat side up. Brush generously with some of the apricot BBQ glaze. Broil on high for 4-5 minutes until charred and the fat is rendered.

7. 7

   Turn it over and brush with more of the glaze. Broil for another 4-5 minutes until charred and caramelized. You can broil the onions at this point too.

8. 8

   Let it rest for 15 minutes, then slice against the grain (starting from the shorter end) using a serrated knife. Serve with more of the prepared sauce and spoon over the slow cooker brisket juices. Enjoy!