Rice Free Crockpot Herb-Braised Beef Brisket
Slow-braised beef brisket is the kind of meal that makes the whole house smell incredible, and this crockpot version delivers deep, savory flavor with almost no hands-on effort. The brisket gets rubbed with turmeric and ginger before being seared in coconut oil, building a golden crust that locks in richness before the slow cooker does its long, gentle work. Carrots, celery, and onion braise alongside the meat in a broth spiked with apple cider vinegar, coconut aminos, and a touch of honey ā creating a braising liquid that's complex, slightly sweet, and absolutely worth spooning over every slice. After eight hours on low, the brisket turns fork-tender and practically falls apart, which means it pairs beautifully with roasted vegetables, cauliflower mash, or anything else that fits your table. Every ingredient here is naturally grain-free and rice-free, so there's no need to swap anything out or double-check labels for hidden fillers. It's a genuinely satisfying centerpiece dish that doesn't ask you to compromise on flavor or comfort.
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6 servings
For the brisket
- 3 lb beef brisket (flat cut), trimmed of excess fat
- 1 Ā½ tsp fine sea salt
- 1 tsp ground turmeric
- Ā½ tsp ground ginger
- 2 tbsp coconut oil
For the braise
- 1 medium yellow onion, halved and thinly sliced
- 4 cloves garlic, smashed
- 3 medium carrots, cut into 2-inch pieces
- 2 stalks celery, cut into 2-inch pieces
- 2 cups bone broth (homemade or aip-compliant brand, no pepper or additives)
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tbsp coconut aminos
- 1 tbsp honey
- 3 sprigs fresh thyme
- 2 sprigs fresh rosemary
- 2 bay leaves
For serving
- 2 tbsp fresh flat-leaf parsley, roughly chopped (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Pat the brisket completely dry with paper towels. In a small bowl, combine the salt, turmeric, and ginger, then rub the mixture evenly over all sides of the brisket.
- 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 4ā5 minutes, until a deep brown crust forms and the meat releases easily from the pan. Flip and sear the other side for 3ā4 minutes until browned. Transfer the brisket to the slow cooker insert.
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