Ingredients
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2 (3 pound) corned beef briskets with spice packets
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2 (12 fluid ounce) bottles beer
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¼ cup peppercorns
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1 bulb garlic cloves, separated and peeled
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2 large bay leaves
Directions
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Place briskets into a large pot. Sprinkle one spice packet over top; discard remaining spice packet or save for another use. Pour in beer, then add enough water to cover briskets by 1 inch. Add peppercorns, garlic, and bay leaves, cover, and bring to a boil.
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Reduce the heat to medium-low. Simmer, checking hourly and adding more water if necessary to keep briskets covered, until meat is tender and can be easily pulled apart with a fork, at least 4 hours or up to 5.
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Carefully transfer briskets to a cutting board; let rest until they firm up a bit, about 10 minutes. Slice or shred meat, then place onto a platter for serving. Discard cooking liquid or save it for another use.
Cook’s Note
I always make two or three briskets because they go so quickly.
It sounds like a lot of garlic, but no one has ever complained that it tasted too garlicky.
You can use the cooking liquid to simmer cabbage or other vegetables.
Editor's Note:
Nutrition data for this recipe includes the full amount of cooking liquid and spices. The actual amount consumed will vary.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
| 487 | Calories |
| 34g | Fat |
| 5g | Carbs |
| 34g | Protein |
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Servings Per Recipe 12 | |
| Calories 487 | |
| % Daily Value * | |
| Total Fat 34g | 43% |
| Saturated Fat 11g | 54% |
| Cholesterol 123mg | 41% |
| Sodium 2769mg | 120% |
| Total Carbohydrate 5g | 2% |
| Dietary Fiber 1g | 2% |
| Protein 34g | 68% |
| Vitamin C 63mg | 70% |
| Calcium 34mg | 3% |
| Iron 4mg | 24% |
| Potassium 731mg | 16% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
