Creating amazing beef brisket in your slow cooker is straightforward. Follow these simple steps to make sure each bite is full of flavor:

1. Sear the Brisket: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season the brisket with salt and pepper, then sear both sides until browned. This step enhances the flavors.

2. Prepare the Slow Cooker: Place the sliced onion and minced garlic in the bottom of your slow cooker.

3. Mix the Sauce: In a mixing bowl, combine beef broth, apple cider vinegar, soy sauce, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, smoked paprika, cumin, cayenne pepper, and pepper. Whisk until combined.

4. Add the Brisket: Place the seared brisket on top of the onion and garlic in the slow cooker.

5. Pour the Sauce: Pour the sauce mixture over the brisket, ensuring it’s well coated.

6. Set the Cooker: Cover and set your slow cooker on low for 8-10 hours or on high for 4-5 hours.

7. Check for Tenderness: The brisket is done when it is fork-tender and easily pulls apart.

8. Rest the Meat: Once cooked, remove the brisket from the slow cooker and let it rest on a cutting board for 15-20 minutes before slicing.

9. Slice Against the Grain: For the best results, slice the brisket against the grain to ensure tenderness.

10. Serve with Juices: Drizzle some of the cooking juices over the sliced brisket for added flavor.

These steps will lead you to the remarkable taste of an amazing slow-cooked beef brisket!