Best Sweet and Sour Brisket

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This is the best brisket you will ever taste! No matter who comes for dinner, they always make sure that I'll be making this brisket. It is a very traditional dish for Rosh Hashanah and Passover but it certainly is a winner any time of the year for anyone who loves very tender beef.

Submitted by Louise
Updated on June 29, 2023
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Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
2 hrs 45 mins
Additional Time:
8 hrs
Total Time:
11 hrs
Servings:
10
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 10 servings

  • 4 pounds beef brisket

  • 1 cup water

  • 1 cup ketchup

  • ½ cup white vinegar

  • 2 onions, sliced

  • 1 clove garlic, minced

  • ¾ cup brown sugar

  • 1 tablespoon salt

Directions

  1. Heat brisket in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Cook until browned on all sides. Stir in water, ketchup, vinegar, onions, garlic, brown sugar, and salt. Bring to a boil, then cover and reduce heat to medium-low. Continue simmering until tender, turning brisket occasionally, 2 hours and 30 minutes to 3 hours and 30 minutes.

  2. Remove brisket and allow to cool before slicing the meat against the grain. Place brisket slices in a 9x13-inch baking pan or large platter and pour gravy on top. Cover and refrigerate overnight. Remove any excess fat and reheat before serving.

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

401 Calories
25g Fat
24g Carbs
19g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 10
Calories 401
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 25g 32%
Saturated Fat 10g 49%
Cholesterol 75mg 25%
Sodium 1020mg 44%
Total Carbohydrate 24g 9%
Dietary Fiber 1g 2%
Total Sugars 22g
Protein 19g 39%
Vitamin C 5mg 6%
Calcium 31mg 2%
Iron 2mg 12%
Potassium 331mg 7%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.