Description
This Bottom Round Roast Beef recipe features a flavorful garlic herb rub that enhances the natural richness of the beef. Slow-roasted to medium perfection, the roast is tender and juicy, making it a perfect hearty meal. The recipe focuses on simple ingredients and straightforward roasting techniques to yield a delicious, classic roast beef ideal for family dinners or special occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
Beef
- 4 pounds bottom round beef
- 2 teaspoons olive oil
Garlic Herb Beef Rub
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary, or 2 teaspoons fresh
- 1 teaspoon Kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme, or 1 teaspoon fresh
- ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Preparation: Remove the beef from your refrigerator about 1 hour before cooking to bring it to room temperature, which ensures even roasting.
- Preheat Oven and Make Rub: Preheat your oven to 425℉. In a small bowl, combine the minced garlic, rosemary, Kosher salt, thyme, and black pepper to create the garlic herb rub.
- Season the Meat: Lightly coat the bottom round beef with olive oil, then thoroughly rub the garlic herb seasoning all over the meat to infuse flavor.
- Roast at High Temperature: Place the beef on a rack set inside a roasting pan and put it in the oven. Roast at 425℉ for 15 minutes to sear the exterior and lock in juices.
- Continue Roasting at Lower Temperature: Reduce the oven heat to 325℉ and continue roasting for approximately 1½ hours or until the internal temperature reaches 130℉ for medium-rare or 140℉ for medium doneness.
- Rest the Meat: Transfer the roast to a cutting board and tent it loosely with foil. Let it rest for 20 to 30 minutes to allow the juices to redistribute, ensuring a tender and juicy slice.
- Slice and Serve: Slice the roast thinly against the grain to maximize tenderness and serve.
Notes
- Slicing the meat thinly and against the grain helps produce a more tender and enjoyable texture.
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 4 days to maintain freshness.
- To reheat leftovers, place them in a baking dish, cover with foil, and heat in a 300℉ oven for about 10 minutes or until warmed through, preventing dryness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 4.5 ounces (128g) per serving
- Calories: 310 kcal
- Sugar: 0.2 g
- Sodium: 520 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0.1 g
- Carbohydrates: 1 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 37 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg
