Description

This Italian Style Braised Brisket is slow-cooked in a rich tomato, red wine, and herb-infused sauce until melt-in-your-mouth tender. Infused with Mediterranean flavors, it’s the perfect cozy dinner for special occasions or lazy weekends. Serve it over creamy polenta, mashed potatoes, or pasta for a comforting and unforgettable meal.

Ingredients

Beef Brisket:

4 to 5 pounds beef brisket

Seasonings:

3 tablespoons olive oil
1 large onion, diced
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes
1 tablespoon tomato paste
1 cup red wine (preferably Italian)
2 cups beef broth
2 teaspoons dried oregano
2 teaspoons dried basil
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Salt and pepper, to taste

Garnish:

Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

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Instructions

Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C).
Season the Brisket: Pat the brisket dry and season generously with salt and pepper on both sides.
Sear the Brisket: In a large Dutch oven or heavy oven-safe pot, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Sear brisket for 4–5 minutes per side until nicely browned. Remove and set aside.
Sauté Aromatics: Lower the heat to medium. Add diced onion and cook for about 5 minutes until softened. Add garlic and cook for 1 more minute.
Build the Sauce: Stir in crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, red wine, and beef broth. Mix well.
Season the Sauce: Add oregano, basil, red pepper flakes (if using), and more salt and pepper to taste.
Return Brisket to Pot: Place the seared brisket back into the sauce, making sure it’s mostly submerged.
Braise in the Oven: Cover the pot and transfer to the oven. Braise for 3 to 4 hours, until the brisket is fork-tender.
Rest Before Slicing: Remove the pot from the oven and let the brisket rest in the sauce for 15–20 minutes.
Slice and Serve: Slice the brisket against the grain and spoon sauce over the top. Garnish with fresh parsley.

Notes

You can make this a day ahead—the flavors deepen even more overnight.
Leftovers are excellent in sandwiches or shredded into pasta.
Use a dry red wine like Chianti, Cabernet, or Merlot for the best flavor.