Crunchy Corned Beef in a Dutch Oven
Crunchy Corned Beef in a Dutch Oven pairs tender, beer-braised brisket with a crisped exterior for a satisfying contrast of textures. Aromatic spices like cinnamon, cloves, and bay leaves mingle with amber ale to create a deep, slightly sweet warmth that complements the beef. It’s a standout centerpiece for St. Patrick’s Day or any cozy dinner gathering.
- Prep10 mins
- Cook4 hrs 5 mins
- Serves12
- DifficultyMedium
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Crunchy Corned Beef in a Dutch Oven, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactPoor
- 37 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 11 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 100 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Unprocessed or minimally processed
- 1 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 21
- Heart Health
- 51
- Metabolic
- 47
- Digestive
- 24
- Inflammatory
- 41
- Performance
- 45
- General Wellness
- 1
Put the corned beef brisket and spice packet in a large Dutch oven and add enough water to cover. Add the ale, onion, chiles, garlic, cinnamon sticks, peppercorns, and bay leaves. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 4 to 5 hours.
- 2
Mix the brown sugar, cloves, ginger, mustard, celery salt, and caraway seeds in a small bowl. Take the corned beef out of the cooking liquid and discard the aromatics. Rub the brown sugar mixture over the cooked corned beef while it is still hot.
- 3
Preheat an outdoor grill to medium heat and lightly oil the grate.
- 4
Set the coated corned beef on the hot grill and cook until the coating becomes crunchy, 5 to 10 minutes.
- Calories 268.36 kcal Moderate 13%
- Protein 11.91 g Good Source 24%
- Carbohydrate 41.21 g 15%
- Total Fat 7.82 g Moderate 10%
- Saturated Fat 2.71 g Moderate 14%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 30.26 mg Moderate 10%
- Sodium 1350.43 mg High 59%
- Dietary Fiber 7.04 g Good Source 25%
- Total Sugars 30.17 g --
- Added Sugars 3.31 g Moderate 7%
- Calcium 12.23 mg Low Source 1%
- Iron 3.86 mg Good Source 21%
- Potassium 18.17 mg Low Source 0%
- Vitamin A 526.69 mcg Good Source 59%
- Vitamin C 42.31 mg Good Source 47%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Garlic 🧄
- Onions 🧅
- Alcohol 🚫🍷
About This Recipe
Crunchy Corned Beef in a Dutch Oven is made with 15 ingredients and serves 12. It takes about 4 hrs 15 mins and is rated medium. Key ingredients include Amber Beer, Black Peppercorns, Brown Sugar, and Caraway Seed. Each serving provides about 268.36 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Crunchy Corned Beef in a Dutch Oven made of?
- The main ingredients are Amber Beer, Black Peppercorns, Brown Sugar, Caraway Seed, Celery Salt. The full list of 15 is above.
- How long does it take to make Crunchy Corned Beef in a Dutch Oven?
- About 4 hrs 15 mins in total: 10 mins to prepare and 4 hrs 5 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 268.36 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Crunchy Corned Beef in a Dutch Oven easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 15 ingredients and 4 steps.
- Is Crunchy Corned Beef in a Dutch Oven healthy?
- Crunchy Corned Beef in a Dutch Oven has an easyChef Pro health score of 44/100. Per serving, it provides 268.36 calories and 11.91 g of protein, or 24% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of dietary fiber, iron, vitamin A and vitamin C. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 1350.43 mg (59% of the Daily Value), saturated fat at 2.71 g (14% of the Daily Value) and added sugars at 3.31 g (7% of the Daily Value). It contains Garlic, Onions and Alcohol, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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