Gut Friendly Crockpot Beef Brisket with Caramelized Onions
Slow-cooked brisket doesn't get much more satisfying than this — deeply browned, fall-apart tender, and draped in silky caramelized onions that have soaked up every bit of flavor from the braising liquid. The spice rub of turmeric, ginger, and Ceylon cinnamon does double duty here, adding warmth and complexity while also bringing some genuinely gut-supportive properties to the table. Coconut aminos stand in for soy sauce and apple cider vinegar brightens the braising liquid, keeping the whole dish free from common digestive irritants without sacrificing any of that rich, savory depth. Bone broth forms the base of the cooking liquid, adding collagen and minerals that make this more than just a comfort meal. The low-and-slow crockpot method means the connective tissue in the brisket breaks down completely, making it easy to digest and even easier to eat. A final scatter of fresh parsley adds a pop of color and a gentle herbal note that ties everything together. This is the kind of recipe you set up in the morning and come home to a kitchen that smells absolutely incredible.
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6 servings
- 3 lb beef brisket (flat cut)
- 1 ½ tsp fine sea salt
- 1 tsp ground turmeric
- ½ tsp ground ginger
- ¼ tsp ground ceylon cinnamon
- 2 tbsp coconut oil
- 3 large yellow onions, halved and thinly sliced
- 6 cloves garlic, smashed
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tbsp coconut aminos
- 1 cup bone broth
- 4 sprigs fresh thyme
- 2 sprigs fresh rosemary
For serving
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, roughly chopped (optional)
Instructions
- 1
In a small bowl, combine the salt, turmeric, ginger, and Ceylon cinnamon. Pat the brisket completely dry with paper towels, then rub the spice mixture evenly over all surfaces.
- 2
Heat the coconut oil in a 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add the brisket fat-side down and sear undisturbed for 4–5 minutes, until deeply browned. Flip and sear the other side for 3–4 minutes, until browned. Transfer the brisket to the slow cooker insert.
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