ROASTING BEEF BRISKET

Unlike some other cuts of Beef used for roasting, Brisket comes from the chest of the animal.  Oven-roasting beef brisket in liquid ensures that your meat will be delicious and tender every single time! It’s a truly delicious way to enjoy beef brisket.  This low and slow cooking method will also give the flavour plenty of time to develop.  It can also be pot-roasted (ie Potjie)

Go Low and Slow – When roasting a beef brisket in the oven, you need to use a low and slow approach to ensure the meat is tender and delicious when it’s ready to eat. Even if your recipe calls for a slightly higher cooking temperature, it’s best to be cautious when roasting a brisket, as you don’t want to risk ruining it. 

 

48 minutes for every 500g of beef is a great guideline. This will, of course, depend on the cooking method and the temperature of your oven.

 

Add Flavours – One of the best things about oven roasting a brisket is that you can braise it in liquid containing delicious herbs, spices, and sauces. There are countless recipes, so be sure to find a flavoursome recipe that brings out the best in your meat. 

 

Brown Brisket First – Some people like their brisket to have a little extra crisp once it has been roasted. And the secret to this is to brown your brisket on the stovetop before oven-roasting it. Some recipes call for you to do this as standard, so consider this when looking for the ideal way to prepare your beef brisket. 

Brisket for roasting is sometimes sold on the bone, as a flat piece with a bone in, or it can be flat and de-boned and even rolled.  Adjust your cooking times accordingly.