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Slow Cooker Beer Braised Corned Beef

This Slow Cooker Beer Braised Corned Beef is the ultimate tender brisket recipe for your next special occasion. By simmering the meat in a rich dark beer, I create a juicy, flavorful meal that the whole family loves. It is a simple, hands-off way to enjoy a traditional St. Patrick's Day holiday dinner without any of the hard work.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time8 hours
Total Time8 hours 15 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American, Irish
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Servings: 6 people
Calories: 673kcal
Author: George - U Keep Cooking

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 3 pounds corned beef brisket (3-5 pounds)
  • 2 Cloves garlic
  • 1 onion (sliced)
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 Bottle dark beer (your favorite)
  • 1 Bag baby carrots
  • 6 red potatoes (or Yukon gold)
  • 1 Head cabbage
  • 1 tbsp Seasoning packets(inside the corned beef)

Instructions

  • Prepare the Corned Beef: Remove the corned beef from the package. Rinse with cold water and pat dry with paper towels.
  • Cook the Corned Beef: Place the corned beef brisket (fat side up), seasoning packet, whole onion, whole garlic cloves, and bay leaf. Pour a bottle of your favorite dark beer over the meat. Fire up the slow cooker and let it cook on low for 8 hours.
  • Add the Vegetables: Wait to add the vegetables until there are 2 hours left in the cooking time. Add the potatoes, cabbage, and carrots to the bottom and place the corned beef on top. Continue cooking for another 2 hours or until the vegetables are soft.
  • Crisp Under Broiler: Once everything is cooked, place the corned beef in a baking dish and place under the broiler for 3-5 minutes more to crisp up the fat layer on the meat.
  • Serve and Enjoy: Remove the cabbage, corned beef, potatoes, and carrots from the slow cooker. Slice the corned beef against the grain. Enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 673kcal | Carbohydrates: 48g | Protein: 40g | Fat: 34g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 16g | Cholesterol: 122mg | Sodium: 2851mg | Potassium: 1973mg | Fiber: 8g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 583IU | Vitamin C: 137mg | Calcium: 111mg | Iron: 6mg