How long to slow-cook a small corned beef?
In honor of the day I want to cook corned-beef in our slow-cooker. I've read several recipes that say to cook a 3-4 pound brisket for 9-10 hours. However, the corned-beef I bought is only 2 pounds.
Should I still cook it for 10 hours?
Best Answer
Yes, you should. The long cooking time breaks down the connective tissue in the meat, making it tender. It will take less time to get a two pound brisket up to temperature than a four pound, but we aren't talking hours difference, and longer is definitely better.
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How long does it take to cook 2 lb of corned beef in a slow cooker?
Allow the corned beef to cook on the low setting for 8 to 10 hours, or until the meat is easily pierced with a fork. Check the tenderness after about 8 hours.How long does it take to cook a corned beef?
Not Cooking the Meat Long Enough Instead: Cooking corned beef takes patience as it's a tough cut of meat that benefits from a lengthy cook time. For stovetop cooking, plan on at least three hours for a three-pound corned beef or eight to 10 hours for a three- to four-pound cut that's cooked on low in the crock pot.How do I cook corned beef in a slow cooker?
Place corned beef, fat side up, into the slow cooker and season it with the spice packet. Sprinkle with sugar; add garlic and pour beer around it. Cover and cook on LOW for 4 to 5 hours. Remove lid and add carrots and potatoes; cover and continue to cook for 2 to 3 more hours, or until tender.How long does it take to cook 1kg of corned beef?
Method 1: Put corned beef into a large pot of cold water. Bring to the boil, then remove meat and pour off all water \u2013 this removes a lot of the impurities and excess saltiness. Refill the pot with cold water, bring back to the boil, reduce the heat and simmer gently for about 1 hour per kilo.How to Make Slow Cooker Corned Beef \u0026 Cabbage | Keep It Simple
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The 2kg (4.4lbs) brisket I did a year back spent three days in the slow cooker. Went in first thing Friday morning. Eaten for lunch on Sunday. Your brisket will only be corned beef if you use the appropriate pickling spice. Ensure your brisket is completely thawed before you put it in the slow cooker. Also don't let your butcher cut any of the brisket fat away. It really needs all the fat available to it.
One last thing, with brisket it really pays to buy the highest quality brisket available to you. I did this by accident because I only eat meat that I have personal assurances of quality and even then it was a bit chewy.
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