Traditionally, brisket was an undesirable piece of meat, because it is tough and requires long cooking. so it was suited to the Jewish population of eastern Europe, most of whom were poor peasant farmers or itinerant laborers. It is also a traditional meal among Christians in the same area. read more
Traditionally, brisket was an undesirable piece of meat, because it is tough and requires long cooking. so it was suited to the Jewish population of eastern Europe, most of whom were poor peasant farmers or itinerant laborers. read more
Cost isn’t the only reason that brisket has come to hold a special place in Jewish cuisine. Jake Dickson, of Dickson’s Farmstand Meats, pointed out that its large cut makes it an unrealistic everyday meat, so eating brisket usually means it’s a special occasion. read more
Interestingly, in the American South brisket is known as an excellent barbeque meat, so much so that some people claim that barbeque beef brisket is the “national food of the Republic of Texas.” Other cultures have also embraced the brisket and added their own touches to its preparation- Korean, Thai, Chinese, and Vietnamese cuisine also feature brisket in some of their dishes. read more