The best cut of roast beef for sandwiches isn't necessarily the same as what you'd want hot from the oven. A hot roast demands plenty of marbling so that the rich fat can melt and baste the meat with its goodness. Roast beef sandwiches work better made from a leaner cut, preferably one with a mineral, earthy taste and a nice chew. A top loin roast is ideal. It's got plenty of brawny flavor, and all of the fat is on the surface, which you can easily trim off after the meat is cooked. Here, the beef is roasted low and slow to ensure rare, juicy meat. This said, if you want a more economical cut, use bottom, top or eye round here instead. Just adjust the roasting time if the cut is larger or smaller. As long as you pull the meat out of the oven when it reaches between 125 and 130 degrees, you'll get nicely rare meat. More sandwich recipes.
Provided by Melissa Clark
Categories dinner, lunch, roasts, sandwiches, main course
Time 6h45m
Yield 6 to 10 sandwiches
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a small bowl, stir together the garlic, salt, pepper and rosemary. Spread the paste all over the meat. Cover loosely with plastic wrap and refrigerate at least 3 hours or overnight.
- When you are ready to prepare the meat, remove it from the fridge and let stand at room temperature for 30 to 60 minutes.
- Heat oven to 325 degrees. Place a wire rack in a rimmed baking sheet.
- Coat the roast lightly with olive oil. Transfer to the wire rack and roast for 75 to 95 minutes, until an instant thermometer inserted into the center of the roast registers 125 to 130 degrees for medium-rare.
- Transfer the meat to a cutting board and let cool completely before carving (trim off the fat cap if you plan to serve it cold). The meat can be roasted three days ahead; cool completely before refrigerating.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 285, UnsaturatedFat 10 grams, Carbohydrate 1 gram, Fat 21 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 22 grams, SaturatedFat 8 grams, Sodium 270 milligrams, Sugar 0 grams
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Mubashir Fiaz jutt1005
[email protected]This roast beef recipe is a family favorite. We make it every year for Christmas dinner. It's always a hit!
Ahmad Kareem
[email protected]Meh. The roast beef was okay, but it wasn't anything special.
Me MYSELF
[email protected]This roast beef recipe is a keeper! The meat was cooked to perfection, and the flavors were incredible. I highly recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and easy roast beef dish.
rufaro kachidza
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly, but my roast beef turned out tough and dry. I'm not sure what went wrong.
Mahmoud Hamada
[email protected]Wow! This roast beef is amazing! I've never had roast beef this tender and juicy before. I will definitely be making this recipe again.
Md Novin
[email protected]Overall, this is a solid roast beef recipe. The meat was tender and flavorful, and the cooking instructions were easy to follow. However, I found that the roast beef was a bit too salty for my taste.
Johannes Nicholaas
[email protected]This recipe is a lifesaver! I'm a busy working mom, and I don't always have time to cook a complicated meal. This roast beef recipe is quick and easy, and it always turns out delicious.
ii_Sale7
[email protected]Not bad, but not great. The roast beef was a bit dry and tough.
Azoro Sunday
[email protected]I love this recipe! The roast beef is always so tender and juicy. I also appreciate that the recipe is relatively simple and doesn't require a lot of ingredients.
Dora Dira
[email protected]The roast beef was a bit bland for my taste. I think I'll add more seasoning next time.
Faijan Shaik
[email protected]Easy to follow recipe with great results! The roast beef was tender and flavorful. Will definitely make this again.
Danladi Gwandu
[email protected]This is my go-to roast beef recipe. I've made it countless times, and it always turns out perfectly. The leftovers are amazing in sandwiches or salads.
Rashid khan smi
[email protected]I followed the recipe precisely, and the roast beef came out a bit dry. Not sure what went wrong, but I'll try again with a different recipe.
Andres Ruiz
[email protected]Amazing recipe! The roast beef turned out perfect, and the sandwiches were a hit at my party. Definitely a keeper!
Hawwii Oromiyaa
[email protected]This roast beef recipe delivered a tender, juicy, and flavorful result that exceeded my expectations. The secret ingredient, Worcestershire sauce, added a depth of flavor that made this roast beef stand out.