Description
These Slow Cooker BBQ Beef Brisket Tacos feature tender, flavorful brisket slow-cooked to perfection with a smokey BBQ spice rub and tangy barbecue sauce. Served on warm tortillas and topped with fresh cilantro, Monterey Jack cheese, and diced red onion, these tacos are an irresistible crowd-pleaser perfect for easy weeknight dinners or gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
Brisket and Seasoning
- 2 ½ pounds beef brisket
- 1 tablespoon light brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
Sauce and Toppings
- 1 ½ cups BBQ sauce (divided)
- 12 tortillas (flour or corn)
- Fresh cilantro, for topping
- Monterey Jack cheese, shredded, for topping
- Diced red onion, for topping
Instructions
- Season Brisket: In a small bowl, combine light brown sugar, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper to create a smokey BBQ spice rub. Coat the entire surface of the brisket evenly with this seasoning mix to infuse it with deep flavors.
- Add to Slow Cooker: Pour 1 cup of BBQ sauce into the bottom of your slow cooker to create a flavorful cooking base. Place the seasoned brisket on top of the sauce, ensuring it is well positioned to absorb the flavors as it cooks.
- Cook: Cover the slow cooker and set it to cook on low heat for 7 to 9 hours. This slow cooking process will tenderize the brisket, allowing it to become juicy and easy to shred.
- Shred or Slice: Once cooked, carefully remove the brisket from the slow cooker. Let it rest for 10 minutes to allow juices to redistribute. Then, shred or slice the meat according to your preference for tacos.
- Assemble Tacos: Warm the tortillas and fill each with a generous portion of the shredded or sliced brisket. Top with fresh cilantro, shredded Monterey Jack cheese, diced red onion, and additional BBQ sauce to taste. Serve immediately to enjoy a delicious barbecue taco experience.
Notes
- For extra smoky flavor, consider using smoked sea salt instead of regular salt in the spice rub.
- Leftover brisket makes great sandwiches or can be added to salads for next-day meals.
- If desired, add a sprinkle of jalapeños or hot sauce for a spicy kick.
- Flour or corn tortillas both work well; warm them before assembling for best texture.
- Cooking times may vary slightly based on your slow cooker model—check tenderness starting at 7 hours.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 7-9 hours
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
