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Tender Brisket Wraps with Fresh Veggies and Creamy Sauce

Soft flour tortillas filled with tender shredded brisket, crisp vegetables, and a creamy, tangy sauce for a satisfying, handheld meal.
Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours
Servings 4
Calories 620 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 lb beef brisket, trimmed
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1.5 tsp kosher salt
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 0.5 tsp onion powder
  • 0.5 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 0.25 cup barbecue sauce
  • 4 large flour tortillas (10-inch)
  • 1 cup shredded lettuce
  • 1 cup diced tomatoes
  • 0.5 cup sliced red onion
  • 0.5 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 0.5 cup sour cream
  • 2 tbsp mayonnaise
  • 1 tbsp fresh lime juice
  • 0.25 tsp chili powder
  • 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro

Instructions
 

  • Pat the beef brisket dry with paper towels and place it on a cutting board or plate.
  • In a small bowl, combine the kosher salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and ground cumin.
  • Rub the spice mixture evenly all over the brisket, pressing it gently into the meat so it adheres well.
  • Heat the olive oil in a large, heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
  • Add the seasoned brisket to the hot pot and sear for 3–4 minutes per side, until a deep brown crust forms on all sides.
  • Pour the beef broth and barbecue sauce into the pot around the brisket, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom with a spoon.
  • Bring the liquid to a gentle simmer, then reduce the heat to low, cover the pot with a lid, and cook for about 2.5 to 3 hours, or until the brisket is very tender and easily shreds with a fork. Check occasionally and add a splash of water or broth if the liquid level gets too low.
  • Once the brisket is tender, transfer it to a cutting board and let it rest for about 10 minutes, then use two forks to shred it into bite-sized pieces.
  • Return the shredded brisket to the pot, tossing it in the cooking juices to keep it moist and flavorful. Keep warm over low heat.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the sour cream, mayonnaise, fresh lime juice, chili powder, and chopped fresh cilantro until smooth and creamy. Set the sauce aside.
  • Prepare the wrap fillings by placing the shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, sliced red onion, and shredded cheddar cheese into separate small bowls for easy assembly.
  • Warm the flour tortillas in a dry skillet over medium heat for 20–30 seconds per side, or microwave them in a stack wrapped in a clean kitchen towel for about 30 seconds, until soft and pliable.
  • Lay one warm flour tortilla on a flat surface. Spread a spoonful of the creamy sauce down the center of the tortilla, leaving some space at the edges for folding.
  • Add a generous layer of warm shredded brisket on top of the sauce, followed by a handful of shredded lettuce, a spoonful of diced tomatoes, a few slices of red onion, and a sprinkle of shredded cheddar cheese.
  • Fold the sides of the tortilla inward over the filling, then roll it up tightly from the bottom to form a secure wrap.
  • Repeat the filling and rolling process with the remaining tortillas and brisket mixture.
  • Slice each brisket wrap in half on a slight diagonal if desired, and serve immediately while warm, with any extra creamy sauce on the side for dipping.