In this post, we’ll show you How To Cook Corned Beef! We have 4 different Corned beef recipes to choose from: corned beef in the oven, sous vide, Instant Pot and on the smoker.
We’ll also provide some tips on how to make the perfect roast. A good place to start is checking out our Best Cut of Corned Beef guide!
How To Cook Corned Beef
There are 4 different corned beef recipes we have on foodie and wine for you to consider! Any would be amazing to use to make my popular Reuben Dip, or corned beef sliders, as well. Here’s how to cook corned beef:
Baked Corned Beef
Directions included to make Baked Corned Beef with cabbage, potatoes and/or carrots!
Sous Vide Corned Beef
Directions included to make Sous Vide Corned Beef and cabbage, potatoes and/or carrots!
Smoked Corned Beef
Cooking Smoked Corned Beef low and slow on the grill creates a juicy interior infused with smoke with a nice exterior char.
Instant Pot Corned Beef
Making Instant Pot Corned Beef is the quickest method to utilize. It’s ready in a little over an hour.
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Prep The Roast
To prepare the brisket for cooking, first rinse it under cold water. This will help remove any excess salt from the surface of the meat.
We highly recommend using homemade Corned Beef Spices so you have enough to season the roast, as well as, the cooking water. Plus you can adjust the flavors to your taste.
Serving Recommendations
The following sauces will be amazing next to any of the above recipes. Serve alongside a container of Horseradish Aioli, Horseradish Sauce for Prime Rib or Dijon Mustard for an added kick!
Leftover Ideas
- Reuben Sandwich
- Corned Beef and Cabbage Skillet
- Irish Nachos
- Reuben Soup
- Corned Beef Tacos
- Corned Beef Hash
Expert Tips
The following tips apply to any cooking style you utilize, not just Saint Patricks Day Recipes.
- Do not remove the fat cap. It will keep the roast moist and infuse it with flavor while cooking. Remove when serving, if desired.
- Store bought corned beef is loaded with sodium. To reduce, soak the roast in cold water for up to 4 hours, changing out the water every hour.
- Try and use homemade spices as the packet of spices that comes with the roast isn’t a huge amount. We coat the roast AND add some to the cooking water to maximize flavor.
- Swap out the cooking water or broth with beer to add even more flavor. Guinness is obviously a great choice.
- Like a crispy exterior? Broil for 5-10 minutes after cooking.
- Let the roast rest for 10-15 minutes before slicing so the meat has time to redistribute the juices.
- Serve with a dish of Pickled Mustard Seeds.
Now grab an Irish Mule, Irish Breakfast Shot, or Jameson Whiskey drink and get to cooking a fatty beef brisket!!