Hazelnut Free Crockpot Beef Brisket with Caramelized Onions
Slow-cooked beef brisket is one of those deeply satisfying meals that feels like it took serious effort — but the crockpot does almost all the work for you. The flat-cut brisket gets rubbed with a warm blend of turmeric, ginger, and Ceylon cinnamon before a hard sear locks in a gorgeous crust, and from there the slow cooker takes over for a full eight hours of low, gentle braising. Golden caramelized onions, smashed garlic, apple cider vinegar, and coconut aminos build a braising liquid that's rich, tangy, and just a little savory-sweet — no wine, no Worcestershire, nothing that could sneak in unwanted allergens. Fresh thyme and rosemary steep alongside the meat the whole time, making your kitchen smell absolutely incredible. When it's done, the brisket slices cleanly against the grain or pulls apart effortlessly, and spooning those jammy onions and braising juices right over the top is non-negotiable. A scatter of fresh parsley at the end adds a bright finish that cuts through all that richness. This is the kind of centerpiece dish that works for a laid-back Sunday dinner or a crowd-worthy gathering, and every ingredient on the list is straightforward and tree-nut-free by nature.
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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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