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Boiled Corned Beef for Sandwiches

Learn how to cook corned beef for sandwiches that is tender and flavorful! Boiled corned beef is perfect for sandwiches and more.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time2 hours 30 minutes
Course: Entree/ Dinner
Cuisine: American, Irish
Servings: 8
Calories: 355kcal

Equipment

  • 1 stock pot or Dutch oven

Ingredients

  • 1 corned beef brisket (with seasoning packet) about 3 - 3 ½ lbs
  • 12 ounces beer

Instructions

  • Place the corned beef in a large stock pot or Dutch oven. Sprinkle the spice packet over the meat.
  • Pour the beer over trhe corned beef then fill the pot with water to cover completely. Cook on medium high heat until water comes to a boil. Reduce heat to a low simmer. Cover and cook for about 2 ½ hours (45 minutes per pound) or until meat is very tender.
  • Remove from pot and make sure meat is well drained. Cool for 10 -15 minutes.
  • Trim any extra or unwanted fat. Slice meat to desired thickness on a cutting. Make sure to slice against the grain. Serve on sandwiches.

Nutrition

Calories: 355kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 25g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 12g | Cholesterol: 92mg | Sodium: 2072mg | Potassium: 517mg | Vitamin C: 46mg | Calcium: 14mg | Iron: 3mg