Description
This Slow Cooker Maple Mustard Corned Beef recipe offers a tender, flavorful twist on a classic dish by combining the sweetness of maple syrup with the tang of mustard. Slow cooked to perfection, this corned beef is perfect for a comforting meal, served alongside traditional mashed potatoes, steamed carrots, and cabbage.
Ingredients
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Corned Beef
- 3 lb. flat cut corned beef roast (discard spice packet)
- 2 tsp. cooking oil
Maple Mustard Sauce
- ½ cup maple syrup
- ¼ cup yellow mustard
- ¼ tsp. black pepper
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
Instructions
- Prepare the Corned Beef: Rinse the corned beef roast under cold water and pat it dry thoroughly with paper towels to remove excess moisture, which helps in browning.
- Brown the Meat: Heat cooking oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot, sear the corned beef roast on all sides until it develops a rich, browned crust. This step enhances the flavor and texture of the meat.
- Transfer to Slow Cooker: Place the browned corned beef into the slow cooker, ensuring it rests evenly.
- Prepare the Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the maple syrup, yellow mustard, black pepper, and minced garlic until well combined.
- Pour Sauce Over Meat: Evenly pour the maple mustard sauce over the corned beef in the slow cooker to infuse it with flavor during cooking.
- Slow Cook: Cover the slow cooker with the lid and cook on the LOW setting for 7 hours. Avoid opening the lid during cooking to maintain consistent temperature and moisture.
- Serve: Once cooked, slice the corned beef and serve hot alongside your choice of sides such as mashed red potatoes, steamed carrots, and cabbage for a complete meal.
Notes
- Discard the corned beef spice packet for a cleaner, more controlled flavor profile.
- Browning the meat is optional but recommended to develop deeper flavor.
- Do not lift the slow cooker lid during the cooking process to ensure even cooking and tenderness.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 2 months.
- For a stronger mustard flavor, use Dijon mustard instead of yellow mustard.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approx. 4 oz)
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
