Classic Beef Brisket Sandwich

Savor the rich, smoky flavors of a Classic Beef Brisket Sandwich, the ultimate comfort food perfect for gatherings or weeknight dinners alike. Tender, slow-cooked beef brisket is infused with a bold spice rub and simmered for hours in a tangy blend of BBQ sauce, beef broth, brown sugar, and apple cider vinegar, ensuring every bite is melt-in-your-mouth perfection. Topped with sweet caramelized onions and served on buttery toasted burger buns with crunchy pickle slices, this hearty recipe strikes the perfect balance of savory and sweet. With just 15 minutes of prep and the convenience of a slow cooker, it’s an irresistibly juicy and easy crowd-pleaser that pairs beautifully with classic sides like coleslaw or potato wedges. Whether you’re hosting game day or simply indulging in barbecue-inspired flavors, this beef brisket sandwich will have everyone coming back for seconds.

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:480 mins

Total Time:495 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 4 pounds Beef brisket
• 2 teaspoons Salt
• 2 teaspoons Black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 cups Beef broth
• 1 cup BBQ sauce
• 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
• 1 large Yellow onion
• 6 Burger buns
• 2 tablespoons Butter
• 12 slices Pickle slices

Directions

Step 1

Pat the beef brisket dry with paper towels. In a small bowl, combine the salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika.

Step 2

Rub the spice mixture evenly over the entire brisket. Let it sit at room temperature for 15 minutes.

Step 3

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the brisket for about 3 minutes on each side until browned.

Step 4

Place the sliced onion at the bottom of a slow cooker. Transfer the seared brisket on top of the onions.

Step 5

In a medium bowl, whisk together beef broth, BBQ sauce, brown sugar, and apple cider vinegar. Pour the mixture over the brisket in the slow cooker.

Step 6

Cover and cook on low heat for 8 hours, or until the brisket is very tender and easily shreds with a fork.

Step 7

Once cooked, remove the brisket from the slow cooker and let it rest for 10 minutes. Use two forks to shred the meat.

Step 8

Toast the burger buns. Spread butter on the inside surfaces and place them under a broiler or on a hot skillet until golden brown.

Step 9

Assemble the sandwiches by piling shredded brisket onto each bun. Top with remaining BBQ sauce from the slow cooker and 2 pickle slices per sandwich.

Step 10

Serve immediately with your favorite side dishes.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3130.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5818.2

Total Fat 276.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 101.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 11.9g
Cholesterol 1771.3mg	0%
Sodium 16291.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 229.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.9g	0%
Total Sugars 95.8g
Protein 568.2g	0%

Vitamin D 149.6IU	0%
Calcium 697.0mg	0%
Iron 63.3mg	0%
Potassium 6619.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 43.8%

Protein: 40.0%

Carbs: 16.1%