Slow Cooked Corned Beef for Sandwiches
Transform your sandwich game with this delightfully tender and flavorful Slow Cooked Corned Beef recipe, perfect for piling high on your favorite bread. This easy-to-make dish uses a slow cooker to infuse every bite of juicy corned beef with rich aromatics, including garlic, bay leaves, and an optional splash of beer for added depth. A touch of brown sugar balances the savory spices in just the right way, while low-and-slow cooking ensures the brisket becomes melt-in-your-mouth tender. Ideal for busy days, it takes only 10 minutes to prep before the slow cooker does all the work. Slice it thin and serve on rye bread with tangy mustard and sauerkraut for an authentic deli-style experience. This hearty recipe is great for lunch, dinner, or meal prep, delivering a crowd-pleasing option for corned beef sandwiches that will have everyone coming back for seconds.
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Ingredients
- 3 pounds corned beef brisket
- 4 cups water
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 4 pieces garlic cloves, minced
- 2 pieces bay leaves
- 1 packet spice mix (typically included with corned beef brisket)
- 1 large onion, quartered
- 1 bottle (12 oz) beer (optional, for enhanced flavor)
Directions
Step 1
Rinse the corned beef brisket under cold water to remove excess brine. Pat it dry with paper towels.
Step 2
Place the brisket into the slow cooker, fat side up.
Step 3
Add the contents of the spice packet (usually included with the corned beef), along with the minced garlic, quartered onion, and bay leaves.
Step 4
Pour in 4 cups of water and, if using, the beer. The liquids should just cover the brisket.
Step 5
Sprinkle the brown sugar evenly over the brisket and gently stir the liquid around the sides to mix.
Step 6
Cover and cook the brisket on low heat for approximately 8 hours, or until the meat is tender and easily shreddable with a fork.
Step 7
Once cooked, transfer the brisket to a cutting board and allow it to rest for 10 minutes.
Step 8
Slice the corned beef against the grain into thin slices for sandwiches.
Step 9
Serve warm on rye bread with mustard, sauerkraut, or any toppings of your choice.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (2862.0g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3477.3 |
| Total Fat 195.5g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 97.2g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0g | |
| Cholesterol 1334.0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 11972.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 76.6g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 4.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 48.4g | |
| Protein 345.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 172.5mg | 0% |
| Iron 27.9mg | 0% |
| Potassium 505.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories