15-Min KC-Style Brisket Slice & Sear
Deli brisket sliced thick, seared hot in a cast iron skillet with a quick KC-style glaze of ketchup, molasses, and mustard. Caramelized edges in 15 minutes, no smoke ring required.
- Total time
- 15 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 420
- Protein
- 52g
Ingredients
- 1 lb deli-counter beef brisket, sliced 0.75-inch thick
- 3 tbsp ketchup
- 1 tbsp molasses
- 1 tbsp yellow mustard
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
Instructions
- 1
Pat brisket slices dry with paper towels. Season both sides generously with salt and black pepper.
- 2
Heat 1 tbsp neutral oil in a 12-inch cast iron skillet over medium-high until it shimmers, about 60 seconds.
- 3
Sear brisket slices 90 seconds per side without moving. They should develop a dark brown crust.
- 4
Whisk ketchup, molasses, mustard, Worcestershire, and paprika in a small bowl until smooth.
- 5
Pour glaze over brisket and turn slices to coat. Toss for 1 minute until edges look caramelized and sticky.
- 6
Serve immediately while hot, spooning any pan glaze over the top.
Tools you’ll need
- 12-inch cast iron skillet
- paper towels
- small bowl
- whisk
- tongs
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