Crock Pot Corned Beef And Guinness

This Crock Pot Corned Beef And Guinness recipe is rich and hearty, which uses corned beef brisket and Guinness beer. It’s the ultimate comfort food recipe, ready in about 8 hours and 10 minutes.

Crock Pot Corned Beef And Guinness Ingredients

• 2 (12-ounce) bottles of Guinness
• 4–5 pounds corned beef with seasoning packet
• 2 dried bay leaves
• 1/3 cup packed brown sugar
• 2 teaspoons beef bouillon (recommended: Better Than Bouillon)
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1 teaspoon whole cloves
• 1/2 teaspoon mustard powder
• 1/8 teaspoon ground allspice
• A few dashes Worcestershire sauce

How To Make Crock Pot Corned Beef And Guinness

1. Prepare the broth mixture: Pour both bottles of Guinness into the slow cooker. Add the seasoning packet from the corned beef, bay leaves, brown sugar, beef bouillon, coriander, cloves, mustard powder, allspice, and Worcestershire sauce. Stir to combine.
2. Add the corned beef: Place the corned beef in the slow cooker with the fatty side facing up.
3. Slow cook the beef: Cover and cook on LOW for 8–10 hours until the meat is fork-tender.
4. Serve: Slice the corned beef against the grain or shred with two forks before serving.

Recipe Tips

• Do I need to rinse the corned beef? It’s not required, but you can rinse it briefly to reduce saltiness if desired.
• Can I use another beer instead of Guinness? A dark stout is best, but you can substitute with another full-bodied beer.
• What if I don’t have beef bouillon? You can use a small amount of beef broth, but bouillon adds a more concentrated flavor.
• How to make it less sweet: Reduce the brown sugar or omit it completely for a more savory flavor.
• Should I trim the fat? Leave the fat cap on during cooking for added flavor, then trim before serving if desired.

What To Serve With Corned Beef And Guinness

This dish pairs perfectly with Irish-inspired sides like:

1. Cabbage and potatoes
2. Buttered carrots
3. Soda bread
4. Colcannon (mashed potatoes with cabbage)
5. Roasted Brussels sprouts

How To Store Corned Beef And Guinness

Refrigerate: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days.

Freeze: Wrap tightly and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight before reheating.

Corned Beef And Guinness Nutrition Facts

• Calories: 230 kcal
• Protein: 15g
• Fat: 15g
• Saturated Fat: 5g
• Cholesterol: 55mg
• Sodium: 1.1mg

Nutrition information is estimated and may vary based on ingredients and cooking methods used.

FAQs

Can I add vegetables to the slow cooker?
Yes, add potatoes, carrots, and cabbage in the last 2–3 hours of cooking.

How do I know when the corned beef is done?
It should be fork-tender and easily shredded, typically after 8–10 hours on low.

What’s the best way to slice corned beef?
Always slice against the grain for the most tender results.

Can I use chicken broth instead of beef broth?
Beef broth or bouillon is preferred for depth of flavor, but chicken broth will work in a pinch

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