Did you know there are other ways to make tender brisket without a smoker? With these recipes, all you need is your oven, so let’s get started!
1. Oven-Baked BBQ Brisket
If you’re new to briskets, this is likely one of the first recipes you’ll come across. It’s beginner-friendly, and you don’t need a lot of ingredients.
In fact, all you need are 3 components: (1) your brisket, of course, (2) BBQ sauce, and (3) a brisket rub.
You can totally grab store-bought BBQ sauce and rub, but if you want to level up and test your kitchen skills, making both from scratch is a fun option!
If you want the step-by-step guide + tips to make this recipe, click here.
2. Texas-Style Brisket in the Oven
The traditional way of preparing a Texas-style brisket is with the “low and slow” smoking method. This involves cooking at low temperatures for really long periods — sometimes up to more than 20 hours!
But if you’ve got a lot on your plate, you probably don’t have that kind of time to go outside and smoke your beef. That’s where using your oven comes in as a fantastic alternative.
You’ll still get that iconic bark that Texas brisket is known for; the only difference is you won’t have to wait for hours.
So, gather your spices, preheat your oven, and get ready to cook a deliciously juicy Texas-style brisket!
To check out the full recipe, click here.
3. Oven-Baked Brisket With Onion Gravy
Brisket’s great on its own, but a little sauce on the side can really take it to the next level.
And when it comes to sauces, onion gravy is definitely an MVP — mainly because it’s so versatile.
If you want to keep it simple, just lightly soften the onions. But if you’re in the mood for more depth and sweetness, go ahead and fully caramelize them!
That’s not all. You can also make this sauce fancy by adding a splash of wine. You could even throw in some sautéed mushrooms for extra texture.
There are so many ways to make onion gravy, but trust me: however you choose to prepare it, it’ll make your oven-baked brisket so much better!
To get the full recipe, click here.
4. Slow-Cooked Oven Roasted Brisket
When I’m meal prepping for the week, this is my go-to recipe.
Like the others on this list, it does take a few hours to cook, but once it’s ready, I can use my oven-roasted brisket to make a variety of dishes over the next few days.
Whether I’m craving a shredded brisket sandwich one day or a high-protein salad the next, I can make them in no time. After all, the hardest part — waiting for the beef to cook — is already done.
All that’s left is the assembly, and that’s a breeze!
If you want to meal prep using this recipe, click here.
5. Oven-Baked Brisket With Balsamic and Worcestershire
Once you get the hang of making brisket in the oven, you can try a more challenging recipe like this one.
This entrée is slow-cooked to perfection, with the beef braised in a flavorful broth of onion, garlic, Worcestershire sauce, Tamari soy sauce, and balsamic vinegar.
After a few hours, the onions will caramelize, and the meat will brown beautifully, resulting in the most scrumptious brisket you’ve ever made.
Pair it with a side of roasted veggies drizzled with balsamic glaze for a complete, mouthwatering meal.
Get the full recipe: click here.
Cooking Brisket in the Oven Is The Way To Go!
Don’t have a smoker to cook your brisket? No problem. All you need is an oven, and you’re good to go!
With these easy-to-follow recipes, you’ll enjoy tender, flavorful brisket right from your kitchen. Whether you’re prepping for the week or trying something new, your oven has you covered.
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