Slow Cooked Beef Roast: Juicy and Tender

Name: Slow Cooked Beef Roast: Juicy and Tender
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 210 min
Total time: 230 min
Yield: 6
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 chunk Beef Chuck Roast (Approx. 2 lbs (about 1 kg)); To taste Salt (Generous seasoning for beef); To taste Black Pepper (Generous seasoning for beef); 1 medium Onion (Sliced); 3-4 cloves Fresh Garlic (Minced or crushed); 1 tbs Unsalted Butter; 1 cup Beef Stock; 1 sprig Fresh Rosemary

A very simple slow-cooked beef roast that yields incredibly juicy and tender meat with rich pan juices. The oven does most of the work, making it perfect for pairing with any side dish for a comforting meal.

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Perfectly Sliced Beef Roast with Juices

Recipe Information

20m

Prep Time

3h 30m

Cook Time

3h 50m

Total Time

Servings

Easy

American

English

Nutrition (per serving)

380

Calories

35g

Protein

Carbs

25g

Fat

Tender Roast in Pan

Ingredients

Beef Chuck Roast
(Approx. 2 lbs (about 1 kg))
1 chunk
Salt
(Generous seasoning for beef)
To taste
Black Pepper
(Generous seasoning for beef)
To taste
Onion
(Sliced)
1 medium
Fresh Garlic
(Minced or crushed)
3 cloves
Unsalted Butter
1 tbs
Beef Stock
1 cup
Fresh Rosemary
1 sprig

Servings: 6

💡 Tip: Check off ingredients as you add them to keep track of your progress!

Roast Uncovered from Oven

Instructions

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1
Pat the beef roast dry with paper towels. Season generously on all sides with salt and black pepper.
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Pat the beef roast dry with paper towels. Season generously on all sides with salt and black pepper.
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Drying the beef helps achieve a better sear.
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Heat a large oven-safe skillet or Dutch oven over high heat. Add a little oil if necessary. Sear the seasoned beef on all sides until deeply browned, about 2-3 minutes per side.
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Heat a large oven-safe skillet or Dutch oven over high heat. Add a little oil if necessary. Sear the seasoned beef on all sides until deeply browned, about 2-3 minutes per side.
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A good sear locks in flavor and creates a delicious crust.
3
Reduce heat to medium. Add the sliced onion and minced fresh garlic to the skillet, cooking for 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
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Reduce heat to medium. Add the sliced onion and minced fresh garlic to the skillet, cooking for 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
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Don't overcrowd the pan; cook onions and garlic until softened but not burnt.
4
Return the seared beef to the skillet. Add the butter, beef stock, and fresh rosemary sprig. Ensure the liquid comes about halfway up the sides of the roast.
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Return the seared beef to the skillet. Add the butter, beef stock, and fresh rosemary sprig. Ensure the liquid comes about halfway up the sides of the roast.
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Use good quality beef stock for the best flavor.
5
Cover the skillet tightly with a lid or foil. Transfer to a preheated oven and slow roast at 200 degrees Celsius (390F) for 3 hours.
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Cover the skillet tightly with a lid or foil. Transfer to a preheated oven and slow roast at 200 degrees Celsius (390F) for 3 hours.
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Ensure the lid is secure to trap all the moisture, keeping the beef tender.
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After 3 hours, remove the lid/foil and continue to roast uncovered for another 30 minutes to allow the top to crisp slightly and the juices to concentrate.
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After 3 hours, remove the lid/foil and continue to roast uncovered for another 30 minutes to allow the top to crisp slightly and the juices to concentrate.
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This final uncovered stage helps develop a nice texture and deeper color.
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Remove the roast from the oven. Let it rest in the skillet for 10-15 minutes before slicing against the grain and serving with the delicious pan juices.
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Remove the roast from the oven. Let it rest in the skillet for 10-15 minutes before slicing against the grain and serving with the delicious pan juices.
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Resting the meat is crucial for juicy results, allowing the fibers to reabsorb the juices.