20-Min Kansas City Brisket
Sliced brisket pan-seared until caramelized, glazed with a thick Kansas City–style sauce (ketchup, molasses, Worcestershire, vinegar). Ready in 20 minutes with pre-cooked brisket or deli counter meat.
- Total time
- 20 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 480
- Protein
- 42g
Ingredients
- ½ cup ketchup
- 2 tbsp molasses
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1.5 lbs cooked brisket, sliced 1/4-inch thick
- 1 tbsp neutral oil
Instructions
- 1
Whisk together ketchup, molasses, Worcestershire, and vinegar in a small bowl until smooth.
- 2
Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering, about 90 seconds.
- 3
Lay brisket slices in the skillet in a single layer without crowding. Sear 2 minutes until edges caramelize.
- 4
Flip slices carefully. Sear another 90 seconds until the second side is golden brown.
- 5
Pour the glaze over the brisket and toss gently to coat. Cook 1 minute until sauce thickens and clings.
- 6
Transfer to a plate. Serve immediately with sauce spooned over the top.
Tools you’ll need
- large skillet (12-inch cast iron or stainless steel)
- small mixing bowl
- whisk
- tongs
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