Sugar-Free Smoked Brisket Sandwich

Indulge in smoky, savory perfection with this Sugar-Free Smoked Brisket Sandwich recipe, a wholesome twist on a barbecue classic! Featuring tender, slow-cooked beef brisket infused with a bold blend of smoked paprika, garlic, cumin, and onion powder, this recipe skips added sugars while amping up the flavor. The brisket is seared for a caramelized crust, then cooked low and slow in a bath of apple cider vinegar and low-sodium beef stock until it’s fork-tender and shred-ready. Served on whole grain sandwich buns and topped with crisp lettuce and juicy tomato slices, this sugar-free meal is as nutritious as it is satisfying. Perfect for a hearty lunch or dinner, it’s an irresistible option for barbecue enthusiasts looking to enjoy a guilt-free, high-protein dish!

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:360 mins

Total Time:380 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pounds Beef brisket
• 2 tablespoons Smoked paprika
• 1 tablespoon Garlic powder
• 1 tablespoon Onion powder
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 cup Apple cider vinegar
• 2 cups Low-sodium beef stock
• 4 pieces Whole grain sandwich buns
• 4 pieces Lettuce leaves
• 8 slices Tomato slices

Directions

Step 1

Trim excess fat from the brisket and pat it dry with paper towels.

Step 2

In a small bowl, combine smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, salt, and ground cumin.

Step 3

Rub the spice mixture evenly over the entire brisket.

Step 4

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the brisket on both sides until browned, about 4-5 minutes per side.

Step 5

Transfer the seared brisket to a slow cooker.

Step 6

Pour apple cider vinegar and beef stock over the brisket in the slow cooker.

Step 7

Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours, or until the brisket is tender and easily shredded with a fork.

Step 8

Once cooked, remove the brisket from the slow cooker and let it rest for 15 minutes before shredding it with two forks.

Step 9

To assemble the sandwiches, place a generous amount of shredded brisket on the bottom half of each whole grain sandwich bun.

Step 10

Top with a lettuce leaf and two slices of tomato.

Step 11

Cover with the top half of the bun and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2158.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3369.1

Total Fat 152.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 48.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.9g
Cholesterol 852.8mg	0%
Sodium 7311.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 185.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 25.7g	0%
Total Sugars 22.9g
Protein 305.2g	0%

Vitamin D 72.6IU	0%
Calcium 455.7mg	0%
Iron 40.1mg	0%
Potassium 4203.6mg	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: 41.2%

Protein: 36.6%

Carbs: 22.2%