Carnivore Beef Brisket with BBQ Sauce
This beef brisket recipe is designed for carnivore eaters, keeping things simple, flavorful, and meat-focused. The brisket is slow-cooked until tender, and we make a rich, carnivore-friendly BBQ sauce to complement it, using only animal-based ingredients. No sugar, no carbs, just pure carnivore goodness!
Ingredients:
For the Brisket:
- 4-5 lbs beef brisket (whole cut)
- 2 tbsp salt (use a coarse sea salt or kosher salt)
- 1 tbsp black pepper (optional, for those who include some seasoning)
- 2 tbsp garlic powder
- 1 tbsp onion powder
- 1 tbsp smoked paprika (optional, for a smoky flavor)
- 2 tbsp beef tallow (or butter, for searing)
For the Carnivore BBQ Sauce:
- 1 cup beef bone broth (homemade or store-bought, check ingredients for purity)
- 1/4 cup beef tallow (or butter)
- 1/4 cup ketchup (choose an unsweetened version, or you can make your own by mixing pureed tomatoes and a little vinegar)
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce (optional, but adds great flavor)
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar (for acidity)
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika (for extra smokiness)
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C) for slow roasting the brisket. Low and slow is key to getting that tender brisket.
2. Prepare the Brisket: Pat the beef brisket dry with paper towels. This helps the seasoning adhere better. Rub the entire brisket with a generous amount of salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and smoked paprika (if using). Massage the seasoning into the meat to ensure it is evenly coated.
3. Sear the Brisket: In a large skillet or Dutch oven, heat the beef tallow (or butter) over medium-high heat. Once the fat is hot, sear the brisket on all sides until it’s nicely browned (about 4-5 minutes per side). This step adds a rich flavor to the brisket.
4. Slow Cook the Brisket: Transfer the seared brisket to a roasting pan or a Dutch oven. Cover it with a lid or aluminum foil and place it in the preheated oven. Let the brisket slow-cook for about 3.5 to 4 hours, or until the meat is fork-tender and easy to shred.
5. Make the Carnivore BBQ Sauce: While the brisket is cooking, make the BBQ sauce by combining the beef bone broth, beef tallow, ketchup (or tomato puree), Worcestershire sauce, apple cider vinegar, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a saucepan. Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally until the sauce thickens (about 15-20 minutes). Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
6. Baste the Brisket: About 30 minutes before the brisket is done cooking, remove it from the oven and brush a generous layer of your carnivore BBQ sauce over the top. Return the brisket to the oven to finish cooking, allowing the sauce to caramelize on the meat.
7. Rest and Serve: Once the brisket is done, remove it from the oven and let it rest for about 15-20 minutes. This helps the juices redistribute. After resting, slice the brisket against the grain into thick slices.
8. Serve: Serve the brisket slices with additional carnivore BBQ sauce on the side. This dish is perfect on its own or with sides like crispy pork rinds or a simple carnivore salad with bacon.
Tips:
- For Extra Flavor: If you want to add extra depth to the BBQ sauce, you can stir in some bone marrow or a little bit of rendered beef fat for richness.
- Make Ahead: The brisket can be made ahead and reheated. It’s also great for meal prepping as the flavors only deepen over time.
- Serve with: The brisket pairs wonderfully with crispy bacon or roasted animal fats as sides.
This Carnivore Beef Brisket with BBQ Sauce is rich, flavorful, and everything a meat lover could ask for, while still sticking to the strictest carnivore principles. Enjoy this tender, juicy brisket on its own or alongside a carnivore-friendly side.