Recipes Side Dish 21 Best Side Dishes for Brisket By Mary Claire Lagroue Mary Claire Lagroue Mary Claire Lagroue is the Commerce Editor at Food & Wine. A former associate editor at Allrecipes, she joined Dotdash Meredith in 2019. She has written about food since 2017, covering everything from product reviews to recipes to restaurants. Her work can be found in Cooking Light, Southern Living, and more. Allrecipes' editorial guidelines Published on September 29, 2021 Close Photo: Allrecipes Magazine How do we love brisket? Let's count the ways. First, this meat just about falls apart when it's finished cooking. Then, it basically drips with the flavors and juices it marinates in. Not to mention, brisket can handle a lot of salt. (Heavy-handed cooks, rejoice.) You can even cook this forgiving cut of beef a little too long and it still turns out delectable. We could go on. But here's one more noteworthy reason we're all heart eyes for brisket: It goes with SO MANY SIDE DISHES. Read on for a few of our favorites. 01 of 22 Vinagrete (Brazilian Tomato Slaw) View Recipe Photo by lutzflcat. No, brisket and Brazilian tomato slaw are not a classic combo, but the slaw would fit right in with this smoked brisket with a cumin, paprika, and chili powder rub. Cap the meal with avocado slices. 02 of 22 Sauteed Radishes View Recipe Photo by lutzflcat. lutzflcat Turning up the temp on radishes lessens their bite and unearths a slight sweetness. 03 of 22 Mom's Potato Latkes View Recipe Holiday Baker Though part of a traditional Hanukkah meal, latkes (potato pancakes) and braised brisket know no season. Watch the video. 04 of 22 Roasted Iowa Root Vegetables View Recipe Buckwheat Queen Wine-braised brisket rounds out the sweet earthiness of parsnips, carrots, and rutabaga. 05 of 22 Plant-Based Taco View Recipe Buckwheat Queen These vegetarian tacos would benefit from the impeccable umami of leftover brisket (if you even have any of this smoked, Texas-style brisket left over). 06 of 22 Jan's Chipotle Roasted Sweet Potatoes View Recipe Photo by Sherri. Mark our words, fiery chipotle sweet potato wedges would wow alongside smoky, savory brisket. 07 of 22 Kickin' Collard Greens View Recipe Wyattdogster Southern barbecue joints dish up savory collard greens with sauce-y brisket. Ergo you should, too. "I'm from the South and these are THE BEST collards. I've impressed both of my Southern grandmothers with this recipe and have even impressed a few Yankees," says JULES2JEWELS. Watch the video. 08 of 22 Apple Baked Beans View Recipe lutzflcat Tart apples transform baked beans from smoky brisket's humble sidekick to dinnertime superstar, just like that. 09 of 22 Vernell's Slaw View Recipe Paula Let's take a moment to appreciate another classic barbeque side: slaw. "It's similar to a sweet and sour cabbage recipe and will keep for two weeks in the refrigerator. Great served with beef brisket. Best made a day or more before serving," says recipe creator HUNGRYHIPPO2. 10 of 22 Oven Roasted Red Potatoes and Asparagus View Recipe Photo by Allrecipes Magazine. Garlicky roasted red potatoes and asparagus would taste amazing with wine-braised brisket — or just about any meaty dish if we're being honest. 11 of 22 Awesome and Easy Creamy Corn Casserole View Recipe Allrecipes Magazine This cross between corn souffle and corn pudding is perfect for sopping up those brisket juices. Watch the video. 12 of 22 Grandma's Southern Mac and Cheese View Recipe Rae You didn't think we'd leave out this Southern staple, did you? This straight forward mac and cheese recipe is seriously cheesy. 13 of 22 Restaurant-Style Potato Skins View Recipe House of Aqua This sports bar classic happens to go so well with brisket. Watch the video. 8 Crispy Potato Skin Recipes to Please a Crowd 14 of 22 Buttermilk Hush Puppies View Recipe Allrecipes Magazine In the South, these deep-fried golden bites are served at any cookout or barbeque. 15 of 22 Skillet-Braised Brussels Sprouts View Recipe Trusted Brands Hear us out: Brussels, when skillet braised with bacon and garlic, bring a hint of sweetness to savory brisket. 16 of 22 Anne's Amazing Roasted Green Beans View Recipe lutzflcat If you're heating up the oven for baked brisket, go ahead and roast these green beans to serve on the side as well! 17 of 22 All-American Loaded Baked Potato Salad View Recipe bd.weld If you're indecisive, this recipe combines two classic potato side dishes in one: potato salad and loaded baked potatoes. "Even people who don't normally love potato salad seem to love this!" says reviewer spicejenmom. 18 of 22 Quick Savory Grilled Peaches View Recipe Grilling peaches brings out their sweet flavor in a whole new way, and they pair so well with succulent smoked brisket. 19 of 22 Best Fried Green Tomatoes View Recipe Best Fried Green Tomatoes. You can't go wrong with this highly revered Southern side. Make sure your tomatoes are firm so they hold up well to frying. 20 of 22 Creamy Broccoli Salad View Recipe *Sherri* This potluck classic is the perfect pairing for savory brisket thanks to its crunch and sweet dressing. 21 of 22 Most Amazing Challah View Recipe Tamarack Serve this braided bread with a braised brisket to soak up all the sauce. 22 of 22 Related: Lela Pictured: David's Mesquite Smoked Texas Brisket The Best Barbeque Side Dishes 6 Smoked Brisket Recipes Browse our entire collection of Beef Brisket Recipes. Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit