Easy Crockpot Brisket with Rich Gravy Recipe
This Easy Crockpot Brisket with Rich Gravy is the ultimate comfort food—juicy, slow-cooked beef that melts in your mouth, drenched in a savory homemade gravy. With tender carrots, aromatic garlic, and deep, hearty flavors, this set-it-and-forget-it recipe will quickly become your go-to family favorite.
Ingredients
- 3 –4 lbs beef brisket
- 1 large onion sliced
- 4 garlic cloves minced
- 3 –4 carrots chopped
- 2 cups beef broth
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp flour or cornstarch for thickening
- Optional: splash of red wine fresh rosemary or thyme
Instructions
- Sear the Brisket (Optional): Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the brisket on both sides for 3–4 minutes until browned.
- Layer Vegetables: Place sliced onions, garlic, and chopped carrots at the bottom of the slow cooker.
- Add the Brisket: Place the seared brisket on top of the vegetables.
- Mix Sauce: In a bowl, whisk together beef broth, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, paprika, salt, and pepper. Pour over the brisket.
- Cook: Cover and cook on LOW for 8–10 hours or HIGH for 5–6 hours, until the brisket is fork-tender.
- Make Gravy: Remove brisket and set aside. Strain the cooking liquid into a saucepan. Mix flour or cornstarch with water and whisk into the liquid. Simmer until thickened.
- Serve: Slice brisket against the grain. Spoon gravy over the top and serve with your favorite sides.