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Beef Brisket Loaded Fries

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Crispy golden fries loaded with slow-cooked, fall-apart beef in a honey BBQ sauce.

Beef Brisket Loaded Fries, topped with melted cheese, tender beef brisket, and fresh garnishes.
The gorgeous shredded brisket can be repurposed into other meals, such as toasties (grilled sandwiches) or try it in sliders with slaw.

Beef Brisket Loaded Fries is one of my ultimate comfort foods. With just a few pantry staples for the rub and a simple homemade honey BBQ sauce, I can get it prepped in under 5 minutes, then let the slow-cooker work its magic all day. There isn’t even any searing required – you simply rub the brisket in a mixture of smoky, flavoursome herbs and spices, then pop it in the slow-cooker and pour over the sweet and tangy sauce. What you end up with is the most INCREDIBLE fall-apart meat (in a gorgeous sauce), which you then shred and pile onto crispy fries and top with gooey melted cheese. I finish the dish with some finely chopped white onion, tomato and spring onion (scallion) for freshness, but I’ve also given other suggestions for what you could add.

Close-up of Beef Brisket Loaded Fries with crispy fries, slow-cooked beef brisket, and melted cheese.
Although I’ve provided a recipe for beautiful crunchy homemade fries, you can speed things up by using store-bought fries or wedges.

This is a meal that’s super easy to make at home but feels like such a treat. The beef can be refrigerated or frozen and repurposed in so many different ways (brisket toasted/grilled sandwich or sliders with slaw, anyone?!). Although I’ve provided details for how to make your own thick-cut fries, you could speed things up by using store-bought freezer fries or wedges.

Close-up of loaded fries with beef brisket, cheese, and toppings, creating a hearty dish.
There’s no need to sear the beef brisket before cooking. It goes straight into the slow-cooker after being rubbed in a mix of simple, flavoursome ingredients and being topped with a honey BBQ sauce. The slow-cooker does all the hard work!

What other toppings can I add?

Try topping with fresh or pickled jalapeños, guacamole, corn kernels or a drizzle of sriracha mayo, Honey Mustard Mayo Dressing or Avocado Ranch Dressing.

How can I make this recipe even faster?

Use store-bought freezer fries (idealy waffle/lattice-cut) or thick or sweet potato fries if you’re short on time and want to make this an even faster dinner! You could even try loading up hash browns or Tater Tots (Potato Gems).

Delicious Beef Brisket Loaded Fries, showcasing fries topped with tender brisket, cheese, and savory toppings.
The ultimate comfort food, crispy golden friese are loaded with slow-cooked, fall-apart beef brisket, then topped with melted cheese. Finely chopped onion, tomato and spring onion (scallion) are added for freshness.

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Beef Brisket Loaded Fries, topped with melted cheese, tender beef brisket, and fresh garnishes.

Beef Brisket Loaded Fries

Author: Nicole
5 from 3 votes
“This is the perfect weeknight meal! Fast, delicious, teen, tween, and toddler approved! Leftovers are great in the air-fryer.”
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Beef Brisket Loaded Fries is a crowd-pleasing, comfort dish perfect for any day of the week! Tender, smoky honey BBQ shredded beef brisket over crispy homemade fries, topped with melty cheese and spring onion (scallion).
Prep 20 minutes
Cook 10 hours 45 minutes
Total 11 hours 5 minutes
Servings: 6

Ingredients

BEEF BRISKET
  • 1.8 kg (4 lb) beef brisket
  • 1 tbsp dried thyme or dried oregano
  • 1 tbsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tbsp ground cumin
  • 2 tsp garlic powder
  • 2 tsp sea salt flakes
  • 1 tsp freshly cracked black pepper
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • ½ tsp chilli powder (optional)
HONEY BBQ SAUCE
  • 250 ml (1 cup) tomato ketchup
  • 80 ml (⅓ cup) apple cider vinegar
  • 50 g (¼ cup) brown sugar
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tbsp dijon mustard
  • Freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
FRIES
  • 1 kg (2 lb) large white potatoes, peeled or unpeeled (I leave them unpeeled), sliced into thick fries or wedges (see note 1)
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • ½ tsp sea salt flakes
  • ½ tsp sweet paprika
  • ½ tsp onion powder
TO SERVE
  • 250 g (2 cups) shredded Mexican cheese blend (can be substituted with your favourite melting cheese, such as colby, cheddar or monterey jack)
  • 1 tomato, diced
  • 1 small white onion, diced diced
  • 1 spring onion (scallion), finely sliced

Instructions

  • Season the beef – Place the beef brisket on a plate or in a shallow bowl. Sprinkle the meat with the thyme, smoked paprika, cumin, garlic powder, sea salt, pepper, onion powder and chilli powder (if using). Rub the seasoning all over the meat, using your hands to coat it as evenly as you can. Place the brisket into the base of a slow-cooker, along with any extra seasoning left on the plate.
  • Make the sauce – In a separate medium bowl, combine all the ingredients for the honey BBQ sauce. Pour the sauce over the brisket – it won’t be completely submerged, and that is okay!
  • Slow-cook the beef – Cook on low for 10–11 hours, or on high for 6–7 hours, or until pull-apart tender.
  • Shred the beef – Shred the brisket using two forks. If you would like a thicker sauce, continue cooking the brisket for up to 30 minutes on high, with the slow-cooker lid off.
  • Make the fries – Preheat the oven to 220°C (425°F) (200°C/400°F fan-forced).
  • Add the fries to a large baking tray lined with baking (parchment) paper (use two trays if needed to avoid the potatoes overlapping). Add the olive oil, salt, sweet paprika and onion powder. Toss to coat using your hands or tongs. Bake for 35–45 minutes, or until lightly golden-brown and crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. If using two trays, place one in the bottom and one in the top of the oven. Flip the trays once halfway through cooking.
  • Melt the cheese – Arrange the fries on a serving platter, spoon the brisket over the top and generously top with cheese.
  • Place back in the oven and bake for 10 minutes until the cheese is melted.
  • Serve – Top with the tomato and white onion and garnish with the spring onion.

Nutrition information

Nutrition Facts
Beef Brisket Loaded Fries
Amount per Serving
Calories
943
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
41
g
63
%
Saturated Fat
 
16
g
100
%
Polyunsaturated Fat
 
2
g
Monounsaturated Fat
 
19
g
Cholesterol
 
226
mg
75
%
Sodium
 
2016
mg
88
%
Potassium
 
2116
mg
60
%
Carbohydrates
 
65
g
22
%
Fiber
 
6
g
25
%
Sugar
 
29
g
32
%
Protein
 
77
g
154
%
Vitamin A
 
1658
IU
33
%
Vitamin C
 
41
mg
50
%
Calcium
 
382
mg
38
%
Iron
 
11
mg
61
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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Recipe notes

Note 1 – You can use up to 2 kg (4¼ lb) brisket.
Note 2 – Use store-bought freezer fries (idealy waffle/lattice-cut) or thick or sweet potato fries if you’re short on time and want to make this an even faster dinner! You could even try loading up hash browns or Tater Tots.

Make Ahead

Marinated brisket and the honey BBQ sauce can be prepared ahead of time and refrigerated separately in airtight containers for up to 3 days.

Leftovers

Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days, or freeze just the beef component for up to 3 months. Thaw completely overnight in the fridge prior to reheating in the microwave for best results. Leftover ideas – Try a beef brisket toastie (grilled sandwich) with cheese and pickles, or brisket sliders with coleslaw!

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Course beef, comfort food, party food
Cuisine American, BBQ-Inspired

  1. 5 stars
    This was so delicious! We used a different cut of beef, but the result was still yummy. We used frozen potatoes cooked in the air fryer and served with a side salad. Definitely recommend!!

    • Hi Erin, thanks so much for sharing how you made this … sounds great and very clever shortcuts! 👏🏻 Glad it was a hit and thanks for the rating. Nic x

  2. This looks amazing. I could only find 1.2kg brisket. Will this affect the cooking time? Thanks! x

    • Hi Karina, the cooking time will stay the same. Nic x

  3. 5 stars
    We loved it! So easy and the meat outstanding. Used chuck since we did not have brisket and it worked out super good. Will make again!

    • Hi Sigga, thanks so much for the lovely feedback. So happy that you enjoyed it with the chuck. Thanks for the rating too, Nic x

  4. Went and bought a slow cooker just to make this for Fathers Day. It still has an hour to cook and my house smells ridiculously good and I can not wait to tuck into this.

    • Just love hearing this, Samy! I hope it was delicious! Nic x

  5. How many hours do you cook the brisket in a regular oven and what should the temperature be? Thank you for your lovely recipes, tried many of them and loved them all!

    • Hi Ellu, thanks so much for your question. Unfortunately, as I haven’t tested this, I’m afraid I don’t have the answer for you. However, I will look into some oven-roasted brisket recipes for the future. Nic xx

  6. 5 stars
    This is the perfect weeknight meal! Fast, delicious, teen, tween, and toddler approved! Leftovers are great in the air-fryer.

    • I’m so happy that the whole family enjoyed this. That’s what I love to hear! Thanks for the rating. Nic x

  7. Hi
    What brand is your slow cooker please? I have had 2 and the coating has peeled off. Thanks! Recipe looks amazing!

    • Hi Shell, my slow-cooker is a Russell Hobbs Master Slow Cooker Sous Vide 6L capacity – it has lasted well so far! xx

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