Moroccan-Spiced Brisket with Dried Citrus & Dates
This Moroccan-spiced brisket point is slow-braised until rich and tender, with warm spices, melting dates, and bright freeze-dried lemon adding a citrus-forward finish. Made with beef brisket point and cooked low and slow in a Dutch oven, this deeply aromatic, one-pot comfort food delivers bold, savory flavor with an elevated, chef-inspired touch—perfect for dinner parties, special occasions, or a make-ahead main dish.
Ingredients
For the Brisket
- 2.25 lb2.25 lb2.25 lb Beef Brisket Point - US Wellness Meats

- 1 tsp1 tsp1 tsp Kosher Salt, I used a smoke salt

- 111 Black Peppercorns, Ground Fresh, to taste

- 1 Tbsp1 Tbsp1 Tbsp ARGILOS I (Early Harvest) Extra Virgin Olive Oil (500ml) - Argilos

Aromatics & Braise
- 111 Vidalia Onion, thinly sliced
- 4 cloves4 cloves4 cloves Garlic, whole or smashed

- 1.5 Tbsp1.5 Tbsp1.5 Tbsp Tomato Paste

- 1 cup1 cup1 cup Chicken Bone Broth, can use beef bone broth

- 0.75 cup0.75 cup0.75 cup Tomato Sauce
- 0.75 cup0.75 cup0.75 cup Medjool Dates, pitted
- 444 Freeze-Dried Lemon Wedges - CITREVE, leave whole

- 111 Bay Leaf

Moroccan Spice Blend
- 1.5 tsp1.5 tsp1.5 tsp Organic Cumin - Primal Palate

- 1 tsp1 tsp1 tsp Coriander, Ground
- 1 tsp1 tsp1 tsp Smoked Paprika
- 0.75 tsp0.75 tsp0.75 tsp Ginger, Ground

- 0.5 tsp0.5 tsp0.5 tsp Cloves, Ground
- 0.25 tsp0.25 tsp0.25 tsp Cayenne Pepper, optional

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Note, these instructions are written assuming the standard serving size, since you have modified the number of servings, these steps may need to be modified for best results
- Season & Sear: Pat brisket dry and season evenly with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a medium Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Sear brisket on all sides until deeply browned, about 3–4 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.
- Caramelize Aromatics: Lower heat to medium. Add onions and cook 7–9 minutes until soft and golden. Stir in garlic and tomato paste; cook 1–2 minutes until fragrant and darkened slightly.
- Bloom the Spices: Add all spices to the pot and stir constantly for 30 seconds until aromatic.
- Deglaze & Build the Braise: Add beef stock and crushed tomatoes, scraping up browned bits. Stir in dates, dried citrus, and bay leaf. Return brisket to the pot, fat-side up. Liquid should reach about halfway up the meat.
- Braise Gently: Cover tightly and braise in oven set to 300°F (150°C) for 2¾–3¼ hours
- Brisket is ready when fork-tender and slices easily without shredding. 6. Reduce the Sauce
- Transfer brisket to a board and tent loosely with foil. Discard bay and cinnamon. Simmer sauce uncovered 10–15 minutes until glossy and lightly thickened.
- Serve: Slice brisket against the grain and spoon sauce generously over top.
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Coconut Free Dairy Free Egg Free Entrées GAPS Gluten Free Grain Free Meat Nut Free Paleo Shellfish Free Sugar Alcohol Free| This is our estimate based on online research. | |
| Calories: | 352 |
| Fat: | 12 g |
| Carbohydrates: | 26 g |
| Protein: | 38 g |
| Cholesterol: | 50 g |
| Sodium: | 489 mg |
| Fiber: | 3 g |
| Sugars: | 22 g |
| Sugar Alcohol: | 0 g |
| Calculated per serving. | |
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Ohh this looks so flavorful!
Dates + Brisket = I’m on my way!
I need these flavor profiles in my mouth immediately.
Wow amazing Debbie! What a great idea to pair Moroccan seasoning with a brisket! Drooling!
The flavors here with the kiss of sweetness from the dates sounds absolutely scrumptious!