Brown Sugar Mustard Glazed Corned Beef
Slow-cooked brisket finished 5 minutes under the broiler with a brown sugar and mustard glaze.
Brown Sugar Mustard Glazed Corned Beef
Course: Main CourseDifficulty: Easy6
servings10
minutes9
hours30
minutesSlow-cooked brisket finished 5 minutes under the broiler with a brown sugar and mustard glaze.
Ingredients
3 to 4 lb corned beef brisket flat
1 spice packet
1 yellow onion, sliced
2 cups beef broth
2 bay leaves
1/4 cup brown sugar
3 tbsp whole grain mustard
1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
1/4 tsp ground cloves
1/2 tsp black pepper
Directions
- Rinse the brisket and pat it dry.
- Spread the onion in the crockpot and set the brisket on top.
- Pour in the broth with the spice packet and bay leaves.
- Cover and cook on LOW 8 to 9 hours, until the thickest part reads 190 to 205°F.
- Heat the broiler with the rack 6 inches from the element.
- Lift the brisket to a foil-lined sheet pan.
- Mix the sugar, mustard, vinegar and cloves into a paste.
- Spread the glaze over the fat side.
- Broil 3 to 5 minutes until the glaze bubbles and darkens.
- Rest 15 minutes, then slice across the grain.
Notes
- Glaze burns fast, so stay with it. Do not glaze at the start of the cook, because it will wash into the liquid.
Why the glaze goes on late
Corned beef cooks in a salty, spiced liquid for hours, and the glaze is only a quick finish. Brown sugar and mustard caramelize under the broiler in minutes, giving a sweet and tangy crust on the outside of the meat.
Whole grain mustard keeps a little texture and bite.
Swaps that work
Dijon is fine if you do not have whole grain mustard. Maple syrup can replace some of the brown sugar. Do not glaze before the cook, since the sugar will melt into the liquid and the topping will not set.
What goes with it
Roasted potatoes and cabbage are the classic partners. Warm rye bread and a little extra mustard on the side also work well.
The mistake to avoid
Walking away from the broiler. Sugar goes from golden to burnt in under a minute, so stand there and watch.
Pat the cooked brisket dry before glazing so the sugar sticks. Slice across the grain after a short rest, and the slices will hold their shape under the topping.
Brown Sugar Mustard Glazed Corned Beef at a glance
- Prep time: 10 minutes
- Cooking time: 9 hours 30 minutes
- Servings: 6 servings
- Ingredients: 10, led by to 4 lb corned beef brisket flat, spice packet, yellow onion, beef broth
Tips for Brown Sugar Mustard Glazed Corned Beef
Glaze burns fast, so stay with it. Do not glaze at the start of the cook, because it will wash into the liquid.
Brown Sugar Mustard Glazed Corned Beef FAQ
How long does Brown Sugar Mustard Glazed Corned Beef take?
Brown Sugar Mustard Glazed Corned Beef takes 9 hours 30 minutes of cooking after 10 minutes of prep.
How many people does Brown Sugar Mustard Glazed Corned Beef serve?
This recipe makes 6 servings.
What do I need to make Brown Sugar Mustard Glazed Corned Beef?
10 ingredients, led by to 4 lb corned beef brisket flat, spice packet, yellow onion, beef broth. Amounts are in the recipe card above.
Part of: 6 Corned Beef Recipes Slow Cooker Style, Sliced or Shredded
