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Beef Brisket

This Beef Brisket delivers 49g protein and 569 calories per serving, ranking among our highest single-serving protein options. Quick stovetop prep yields 8 servings, making it efficient for weekly meal prep across multiple training days. Built for anyone targeting 200g+ daily protein without sacrificing calorie control during a cut or recomposition phase.

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Ingredients

8 servings
  • Beef Brisket(1814g)
  • Garlic powder(10g)
  • Onion powder(5g)
  • Paprika, Ground(10g)
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 1 teaspoon cracked pepper
  • Cumin, Ground(3g)
  • Cayenne Pepper, Ground(5g)
  • Olive oil(30g)

    Regular (not extra-virgin) olive oil for high-heat cooking. EVOO for dressings.

  • BBQ Sauce(480g)
  • Garlic(45g)
  • Brown sugar(30g)
  • Olive oil(30g)

    Regular (not extra-virgin) olive oil for high-heat cooking. EVOO for dressings.

  • Worcestershire Sauce(15g)

    Lea & Perrins is the standard. A little goes a long way.

  • Cayenne Pepper, Ground(15g)
  • 1 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. 1Spray inside of a 6-quart slow cooker with cooking spray. Place brisket in slow cooker bowl.
  2. 2Combine seasoning ingredients together and pour over the brisket. Drizzle with oil and rub the seasoning all over the brisket. 
  3. 3Mix sauce ingredients together and completely cover brisket with half of the sauce. Refrigerate remaining sauce to use later.
  4. 4Cover brisket with lid and cook on low setting for 8-10 hours, or high setting for 4-5 hours. 
  5. 5When brisket is tender, transfer onto an oven tray (or baking sheet), lined with parchment paper or foil. 
  6. 6Pour 1/4 cup of juices from the slow cooker bowl into the remaining sauce. Baste brisket with sauce and broil (grill) in preheated oven at 400°F (220°C) for about 10 minutes or until beginning to char and crisp on the edges. Baste again and broil (grill) until sticky and charred on the edges.
  7. 7Rest for 10 minutes to allow the juices to recirculate back into the meat before serving.
  8. 8To serve, slice brisket thinly across the grain and serve with remaining barbecue sauce.
  9. 9Spray inside of a pressure cooker bowl with cooking spray. Place brisket, fat side up, into the pot and season brisket as above.
  10. 10Mix sauce ingredients together and completely cover brisket with half of the sauce. Refrigerate remaining sauce to use later. Cover and seal according to manufacturer’s instructions.
  11. 11Set to Manual at High Pressure and cook for 1:30 hours. 
  12. 12Quick release to remove steam and pressure, then unlock and carefully remove the lid. Set brisket onto oven tray and continue the recipe as above (FROM STEP 6).
  13. 13Season brisket as above and place into a roasting tray.
  14. 14Add 1 cup beef broth and 1 cup water to the base of the pan. Cover tightly with foil and cook at 350°F (175°C) for the first hour.
  15. 15Reduce temp down to 300°F (150°C) and continue cooking for a further 3-4 hours, or until fork-tender.
  16. 16Pour 1/4 cup of juices from the roasting tray into the remaining bbq sauce. Baste with sauce and broil (grill) in preheated oven at 400°F (220°C) for about 10 minutes or until beginning to char and crisp on the edges. Baste again and broil (grill) until sticky and charred on the edges.
  17. 17Rest for 10 minutes to allow the juices to recirculate back into the meat before serving. To serve, slice brisket thinly across the grain and serve with remaining barbecue sauce.

Nutrition — Per Serving

569

calories

49g

protein

25g

fat

Carbohydrates
35g
Saturated fat
7.1g
Sodium
825 mg
Dietary fiber
2.0g

8 servings per batch · ~312g each

Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central

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Common questions

How much protein does Beef Brisket have per serving?

Each serving contains 49g of protein and 569 calories with a macro split of 25g fat and 35g carbs. This makes it a solid high-protein option for meeting daily protein targets without excess calories.

How long does Beef Brisket take to prep?

This recipe has quick prep time and yields 8 servings in a single batch on the stovetop. You're getting multiple meals prepped efficiently in one cooking session.

Is Beef Brisket good for muscle gain?

At 49g protein per serving, Beef Brisket supports muscle gain phases when you're prioritizing protein intake across your daily meals. The 569-calorie count pairs well with strength training without requiring a large surplus.

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