How to Pressure Cook Texas Style Brisket

Pressure-cooked brisket is an American staple. Pressure-cooking infuses the brisket with moisture, creating a tender, juicy roast. For the best flavor, allow the meat one day to marinade before placing it in the pressure cooker. Choose a brisket with light marbling for the best texture. Soak the meat in a beer, lime and chili marinade to give your brisket an authentic Texas flavor.

Things You'll Need

  • 3 lbs. beef brisket, trimmed
  • 1 can light beer
  • 1 onion, minced
  • 1/2 fresh lime juice
  • 2 tbsp. molasses
  • 4 tbsp. chili powder
  • 14-ounce can crushed tomatoes
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Large glass bowl
  • Plastic wrap
  • Vegetable oil
  • Pressure cooker

Instructions

  1. Mix together beer, onion, lime juice, molasses, chili powder, tomatoes and salt and pepper in a large glass bowl.

  2. Add beef brisket to the bowl, and coat it well with the marinade. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap. and allow it to sit in the refrigerator for 24 hours.

  3. Add 2 to 3 tbsp. vegetable oil to pressure cooker. Heat the oil over medium-high heat.

  4. Place the meat in the pressure cooker, uncovered, and brown both sides.

  5. Pour marinade from the bowl into the pressure cooker, over the meat.

  6. Cover pressure cooker with lid and bring to high pressure. Cook for 1 to 2 hours.

  7. Allow brisket to sit for approximately 20 minutes before serving.