Description
This Slow Cooker Maple Mustard Corned Beef recipe delivers tender, flavorful meat infused with the sweet and tangy combination of maple syrup and mustard. Perfectly browned on the stove before slow cooking, the corned beef develops a rich glaze while cooking low and slow for 7 hours. Ideal for an easy, hands-off meal served alongside classic sides like mashed potatoes, steamed carrots, and cabbage.
Ingredients
Scale
Corned Beef
- 3 lb. flat cut corned beef roast (ditch the spice packet)
- 2 tsp. cooking oil
Maple Mustard Sauce
- ½ cup maple syrup
- ¼ cup yellow mustard
- ¼ tsp. black pepper
- 2 garlic cloves (minced)
Instructions
- Prepare the Corned Beef: Rinse the corned beef roast under cold water to remove excess brine and pat it dry thoroughly with paper towels to ensure good browning.
- Brown the Meat: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add cooking oil to coat the bottom. When the oil is hot, sear the corned beef on all sides until it develops a deep golden-brown crust, which adds flavor and texture.
- Transfer to Slow Cooker: Place the browned corned beef roast into the slow cooker, ensuring it sits evenly.
- Make the Maple Mustard Sauce: In a small bowl, combine the maple syrup, yellow mustard, freshly ground black pepper, and minced garlic cloves. Mix thoroughly to create a uniform sauce.
- Coat and Cook: Pour the maple mustard sauce evenly over the corned beef in the slow cooker. Cover with the lid securely.
- Slow Cook: Cook on the LOW setting for 7 hours without lifting the lid to maintain heat and moisture, allowing the flavors to meld and the meat to become tender.
- Serve: Once cooking is complete, remove the corned beef and slice as desired. Serve with your favorite sides such as mashed red potatoes, steamed carrots, and cabbage for a comforting meal.
Notes
- Discard the spice packet that comes with the corned beef to avoid overpowering the maple-mustard flavors.
- Browning the meat before slow cooking enhances flavor; do not skip this step.
- Do not open the slow cooker lid during cooking to retain heat and moisture for best tenderness.
- This recipe pairs well with traditional Irish sides but also works with any root vegetables or steamed greens.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 4 days and reheat well.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 hours
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Slow Cooker Corned Beef, Maple Mustard Corned Beef, Slow Cooker Dinner, Easy Corned Beef Recipe
