Pōhutukawa Glazed Beef Brisket (Pāmu Hāngī)

Experience the traditional Māori cooking method with this Pāmu Hāngī recipe, featuring a succulent Pōhutukawa glazed beef brisket. This dish is perfect for a special occasion or a gathering with friends and family.

Pōhutukawa Glazed Beef Brisket (Pāmu Hāngī)

Ingredients

  • 1.5 kg beef brisket
  • 2 onions, sliced
  • 4 carrots, peeled and chopped
  • 6 potatoes, quartered
  • 2 cups beef stock
  • 1 cup red wine
  • 1/2 cup Pōhutukawa honey
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 160°C (320°F).
  2. Season the beef brisket with salt and pepper.
  3. Heat olive oil in a large oven-proof pot and brown the brisket on all sides. Remove from the pot and set aside.
  4. Add the onions, carrots, and potatoes to the pot and cook for 5 minutes.
  5. Place the brisket back in the pot, then pour in the beef stock and red wine. Cover and place in the oven for 3 hours.
  6. After 3 hours, remove the pot from the oven and brush the brisket with Pōhutukawa honey. Return to the oven, uncovered, for another hour or until the brisket is tender.
  7. Once cooked, let the brisket rest for 15 minutes before slicing.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
30 minutes
Cooking time:
4 hours
Total time:
4 hours
Cooking method
Oven

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
350 per serving
Protein
25g
Carbohydrates
10g
Fat
20g

Supplies

Oven-proof pot with lid Basting brush

Tools

Knife Cutting board Oven

Serving suggestions

Serve the Pāmu Hāngī with steamed greens and creamy mashed kumara (sweet potato) for a complete meal.

Tips & tricks

For an authentic touch, consider using Pōhutukawa wood chips for smoking the brisket.

Cost

$40