Savor the luck of the Irish and learn how to make succulent corned beef from scratch! The steps are a little involved, but not difficult. Use my tasty pickling spice mix recipe to turn beef brisket into a delicious slab of corned beef to serve with veggies or on sandwiches.
RecipeSavants.comSavor the luck of the Irish and learn how to make succulent corned beef from scratch! The steps are a little involved, but not difficult. Use my tasty pickling spice mix recipe to turn beef brisket into a delicious slab of corned beef to serve with veggies or on sandwiches.Smart Recipes, European Recipes, Beef,Vegetables,Other Recipes, RecipesBeef,Vegetables,OtherEuropeanCorned BeefPT4H20MServes 8
Ingredients:
5 Pounds Beef Brisket1.5 Cups Sea Salt0.5 Cup Brown Sugar5 Teaspoons Pink Curing Salt0.5 Cup Pickling Spice Mix1.5 Gallons Cold Water4 Cloves Garlic2 Medium Carrots2 Medium Stalks Of Celery1 Medium OnionUse paper towels to pat meat dry and set aside. In a medium saucepan over medium-high heat, add sea salt, sugar, pink salt, 1/4 cup pickling spice mix, and 4 cups water. Stir in 3 minced garlic cloves and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and stir until sugar & salts are dissolved.In a large stockpot that will fit in the refrigerator, transfer the spice mixture and stir in 12 cups water to make a brine. Allow mixture to cool to room temperature. Add brisket and use a plate to keep it submerged in the brine. Cover stockpot with sheet of plastic wrap and allow meat to cure for at least 5 days, or up to 10 days. Remove brisket and rinse well. Discard brine. In a medium stockpot over medium-high heat, add 2 quarts water and remaining pickling spice. Bring mixture to a boil. Add carrots, celery and remaining garlic.Reduce heat to medium-low, partially cover with lid and simmer until brisket is fork-tender, about 3-4 hours.Transfer meat to a cutting board and allow to rest for at least 10 minutes before carving. Use a sharp knife and carve against the meat’s grain to serve.
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