How To Cook Beef Brisket

Brisket is a versatile and affordable cut of beef and arguably the most flavoursome part of the animal given the right TLC. Cooking your brisket to perfection means cooking low and slow. Read on to discover the top tips for cooking delicious beef brisket to perfection.

What is Brisket?

Brisket runs from the lower neck down to under the ribs. It contains a lot of connective tissue which requires patience in cooking, but with the right treatment it becomes the star of your roast — extraordinary flavour and melt-in-the-mouth texture.

How to Cook Your Brisket to Perfection

1. Preheat the oven to 200°C
2. Season with sea salt and cracked black pepper
3. Line a deep, heavy-bottomed roasting tray with a vegetable trivet and herbs
4. Place brisket fat side up on the trivet
5. Roast at 200°C for an initial 30 minutes then reduce to 120°C and continue for 6–8 hours
6. It's done when it falls apart with a fork — if not, return for another hour
7. Remove, cover in foil and rest for at least 20 minutes
8. Add 500ml quality beef stock to the pan juices and deglaze for an amazing gravy