How many carbs are in keto beef brisket?

Each serving has 2.2g net carbs (3.0g total carbs minus 0.8g fiber), along with 462 calories, 38g protein, and 33g fat. This recipe makes 8 servings.

Can I make this brisket in a slow cooker?

Yes. Sear the brisket and build the sauce as written, then transfer everything to a slow cooker. Cook on low for 8-9 hours or high for 5-6 hours until fork-tender, then reduce the juices on the stovetop.

Why is my keto brisket tough?

Brisket needs low, slow heat to break down its connective tissue — if it's tough, it likely needs more time. Keep braising covered until a fork twists easily, and always slice against the grain to maximize tenderness.

Keto Beef Brisket: 2.2g Net Carbs

Name: Keto Beef Brisket
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 240 min
Total time: 255 min
Yield: 8 servings
Cuisine: Keto
Ingredients: 4 lb beef brisket (flat cut), trimmed of excess fat; 2 tbsp olive oil; 1 tbsp smoked paprika; 2 tsp garlic powder; 2 tsp onion powder; 1 tbsp granulated erythritol (or monk fruit sweetener); 2 tsp kosher salt; 1 tsp freshly ground black pepper; 1 1/2 cups beef broth; 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar; 2 tbsp tomato paste; 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce (sugar-free); 3 cloves garlic, minced

Keto Beef Brisket

Fall-apart tender oven-braised beef brisket rubbed with smoky spices and slow-cooked in a rich, sugar-free pan sauce. At just 2.2g net carbs per serving and ready in about 4 hours 15 minutes, it's the ultimate keto Sunday roast for meal prep or feeding a crowd.

Jordan Lee

Head of Nutrition · June 18, 2026

15 min

Prep

4 hr

Cook

4 hr 15 min

Ready in

Servings

Easy

Difficulty

Nutrition per serving

2.2g

Net carbs

0.8g

Fiber

Total carbs

38g

Protein

33g

Fats

462

Calories

Per serving · makes 8. Values are estimates; brands vary.

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This slow-braised keto beef brisket turns an affordable cut into a melt-in-your-mouth centerpiece, all without a gram of added sugar. A smoky spice rub and rich sugar-free pan sauce do the heavy lifting while the oven does the rest.

Ingredients

4 lb beef brisket (flat cut), trimmed of excess fat

2 tbsp olive oil

1 tbsp smoked paprika

2 tsp garlic powder

2 tsp onion powder

1 tbsp granulated erythritol (or monk fruit sweetener)

2 tsp kosher salt

1 tsp freshly ground black pepper

1 1/2 cups beef broth

2 tbsp apple cider vinegar

2 tbsp tomato paste

1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce (sugar-free)

3 cloves garlic, minced

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 300°F (150°C). In a small bowl, combine the smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, erythritol, salt, and pepper. Pat the brisket dry and rub the spice mix all over both sides.

Heat the olive oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Sear the brisket 4-5 minutes per side until deeply browned, then transfer to a plate.

Lower the heat to medium and add the minced garlic; cook 30 seconds until fragrant. Stir in the tomato paste, beef broth, apple cider vinegar, and Worcestershire sauce, scraping up the browned bits from the bottom of the pot.

Return the brisket to the pot fat-side up, spooning some sauce over the top. Cover tightly and braise in the oven for 3 1/2 to 4 hours, until fork-tender.

Transfer the brisket to a cutting board and rest 15 minutes. Meanwhile, simmer the pan juices on the stovetop until slightly reduced to a glossy sauce.

Slice the brisket against the grain into 1/2-inch slices, spoon the sauce over the top, and serve.

Tips & notes

Always slice against the grain for tender, easy-to-chew brisket — cutting with the grain makes it stringy and tough.

Leftovers keep beautifully: store in an airtight container with the sauce for up to 4 days in the fridge, or freeze for 3 months. The flavor deepens overnight.

Serve over creamy cauliflower mash or roasted green beans to keep the whole plate keto-friendly.

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Frequently asked questions

How many carbs are in keto beef brisket?: Each serving has 2.2g net carbs (3.0g total carbs minus 0.8g fiber), along with 462 calories, 38g protein, and 33g fat. This recipe makes 8 servings.
Can I make this brisket in a slow cooker?: Yes. Sear the brisket and build the sauce as written, then transfer everything to a slow cooker. Cook on low for 8-9 hours or high for 5-6 hours until fork-tender, then reduce the juices on the stovetop.
Why is my keto brisket tough?: Brisket needs low, slow heat to break down its connective tissue — if it's tough, it likely needs more time. Keep braising covered until a fork twists easily, and always slice against the grain to maximize tenderness.