Carnivore Beef Brisket recipe — simple, flavorful, and made with zero carbs. Perfect for anyone following a carnivore or keto diet.
🥩 Carnivore Beef Brisket
✅ Ingredients:
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3–4 lb beef brisket (flat or point cut)
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2–3 tsp salt (Redmond Real Salt or sea salt preferred)
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1 tsp black pepper (optional — omit for strict carnivore)
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1 tbsp beef tallow or butter (for searing, optional)
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1 cup bone broth (for braising, optional but adds richness)
🔪 Instructions:
Oven Method:
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Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C).
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Season the brisket generously with salt (and pepper if using).
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Optional sear: In a hot skillet with tallow or butter, sear brisket on both sides until browned (2–3 minutes per side).
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Place in a roasting pan or Dutch oven. Add 1 cup bone broth if using.
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Cover tightly with foil or lid and bake for 3.5 to 4.5 hours, or until fork tender.
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Let rest for 10–15 minutes before slicing against the grain.
Slow Cooker Method:
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Season brisket with salt and pepper (if using).
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Place in slow cooker with 1 cup bone broth (optional).
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Cook on LOW for 8–10 hours or HIGH for 5–6 hours, until tender.
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Slice or shred and serve with pan juices.
Smoker Method (Optional for BBQ Flavor):
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Rub brisket with salt and place in a smoker at 225°F (107°C).
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Smoke for 6–8 hours, wrapping in butcher paper or foil once internal temp hits ~165°F (74°C).
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Continue until internal temp reaches 195–205°F (90–96°C).
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Let rest 30–60 minutes before slicing.
💡 Carnivore Tips:
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Serve with a side of beef tallow, butter, or au jus.
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Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 5 days or freeze for meal prep.
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Save the rendered fat for cooking eggs or searing steaks!