Seed Oil Free Crockpot Beef Brisket with Caramelized Onions
Slow-cooked brisket is one of those deeply satisfying meals that fills the whole house with an aroma that makes everyone wander into the kitchen asking when dinner is ready. This version uses coconut oil in place of the industrial vegetable and seed oils that sneak into so many restaurant and packaged versions of the dish, keeping the fat profile clean from the very first sear. The spice rub — turmeric, ginger, and Ceylon cinnamon — gives the meat a warm, almost aromatic depth that pairs beautifully with the sweet, golden onions that slowly melt down in the braising liquid. Coconut aminos and apple cider vinegar round out the sauce with a subtle savory tang, while bone broth keeps everything rich and glossy without any need for processed shortcuts. After eight hours on low, the brisket turns fork-tender and practically falls apart, soaking up every bit of those caramelized onion juices. It's the kind of low-effort, high-reward dinner that works just as well for a casual weeknight as it does for feeding a crowd — just slice against the grain, spoon the braising juices over the top, and finish with a little fresh parsley if you're feeling fancy.
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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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