Description
This Oven Roasted Bottom Round Beef recipe offers a budget-friendly yet flavorful roast that yields tender, juicy slices perfect for family dinners or special occasions. Using simple pantry staples and fresh herbs, the slow roasting technique enhances the natural beefy flavor while locking in moisture, resulting in melt-in-your-mouth texture with minimal hands-on cooking.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 3 to 4 lb bottom round beef roast
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh rosemary, chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh thyme, chopped
- 2 tsp coarse salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 cup beef broth or water
Instructions
- Prepare the Roast: Pat the bottom round roast dry with paper towels to ensure a better sear. Rub the roast generously with olive oil, then evenly coat it with salt, black pepper, minced garlic, onion powder, paprika, and chopped fresh rosemary and thyme.
- Preheat and Sear: Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C). Heat a heavy skillet over medium-high heat and sear the beef on all sides until a deep brown crust forms, about 3 to 4 minutes per side. This step helps lock in juices and flavor.
- Roast in the Oven: Place the seared roast on a rack inside a roasting pan. Add a splash (about 1/2 cup) of beef broth or water to the pan to maintain moisture. Roast uncovered for 90 minutes to 2 hours, or until the internal temperature reaches 135-140°F (57-60°C) for medium-rare. Adjust cooking time as needed for your preferred doneness.
- Rest Before Slicing: Remove the roast from the oven and tent loosely with foil. Let it rest for at least 15 minutes to allow juices to redistribute. Slice thinly against the grain for maximum tenderness and serve.
Notes
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure perfect doneness.
- Resting the roast is crucial to lock in moisture.
- Trim off any tough silver skin or large fat deposits before cooking for even heat distribution.
- Slice thinly against the grain to maximize tenderness.
- Save the pan drippings to make gravy or au jus.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hours
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 oz (113g) cooked beef
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 85mg