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Sliced Roast Beef

Learn to make tender, sliced roast beef, perfect for serving cold. Follow these steps for delicious deli-style slices.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Marinating time
2 hrs
Servings: 10 servings
Calories: 272 kcal
Course: Appetizer , Snacks
Cuisine: American , British

Ingredients

  • 3 lbs beef roast 1.3 kg, Notes 1, 2
  • 2 teaspoons fine sea salt Note 2
  • ¾ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon sweet paprika
  • 2 teaspoons rosemary
  • 2 teaspoons thyme
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Instructions

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  1. Seasoning mixture: Mix all the spices in a small bowl.2 teaspoons fine sea salt + ¾ teaspoon ground black pepper + 1 teaspoon garlic powder + 1 teaspoon sweet paprika + 2 teaspoons rosemary + 2 teaspoons thyme
  2. Season the beef: Pat the meat dry with paper towels. Rub the roast beef with the oil and the spice mixture.3 lbs beef roast / 1.3 kg + 2 tablespoons olive oil
  3. Marinate: Place the meat in a freezer bag and leave it at room temperature for 1 ½ to 2 hours or refrigerate it for 6 to 12 hours.
  4. Bring to room temperature (important!): If refrigerated, remove it from the bag and bring it to room temperature before roasting it (about 1 hour).
  5. Preheat the oven to 400°F/ 200°C. Line the baking sheet with aluminum foil and place a roasting rack on top. Place the beef with the fat side up on the rack.
  6. Roast for about 12-14 minutes per pound/ 450 g or until the internal temperature reaches 122-127°F/ 50-53ºC for medium-rare (Notes 4,5).
  7. The roasting time depends greatly on the roast’s thickness and your oven. To determine the right temperature, it is best to use an oven-safe thermometer that you can stick and leave sticking into the meat for the entire cooking process. If you don’t have one, use an instant-read thermometer and check regularly to avoid overcooking the meat.
  8. Cool meat: Remove the beef roast from the oven and let it cool completely. The internal temperature will reach 130-136°F/ 55-58ºC.
  9. Slice: Once cool, wrap it in foil and refrigerate it for several hours or until the next day. Slice it thinly across the grain with a very sharp knife or (for perfect results) use a meat slicer.

Notes

  • Temperature guide:
  • Beef roast: You can use round eye of round roast, top round (inside round), bottom round, or top sirloin roast.
  • Size: The meat can weigh between 2 ½ and 3 ½ lbs/ 1 and 1.6 kg, but adjust the roasting thyme accordingly.
  • Seasoning: You can use the seasoning of your choice. For instance, a mix of spices you have in your cupboard, store-bought dry rubs, or seasoning mixtures.
  • The roasting time depends on the thickness of your piece of meat and your oven. The general rule is to roast the beef at 400°F/200°C for 12-15 minutes per pound (450 g). Medium-rare meat should reach a temperature of 122-127°F/ 50-53ºC when you remove it from the oven, and remember that the internal temperature will continue to rise slightly while the meat rests – serving temperature 130-136°F/ 55-58ºC.
  • Rare 113-118°F/ 45-48ºC (oven) 122-127°F/ 50-53ºC (after resting)
  • Medium rare 122-127°F/ 50-53ºC (oven) 130-136°F/ 55-58ºC (after resting)
  • Medium well 130-136°F/ 55-58ºC (oven) 140-145°F/ 60-63ºC (after resting)
  • Well done 150°F/ 65ºC (oven) 158°F/ 70ºC (after resting)

Nutrition Information

Serving 1portion from 10 Calories 272kcal (14%) Carbohydrates 1g (0%) Protein 26g (52%) Fat 19g (29%) Saturated Fat 7g (35%) Polyunsaturated Fat 2g Monounsaturated Fat 10g Trans Fat 1g Cholesterol 94mg (31%) Sodium 582mg (24%) Potassium 465mg (13%) Fiber 0.2g (1%) Sugar 0.03g (0%) Vitamin A 138IU (3%) Vitamin C 1mg (1%) Calcium 27mg (3%) Iron 3mg (17%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 10servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 272

% Daily Value*

Serving 1portion from 10
Calories 272kcal 14%
Carbohydrates 1g 0%
Protein 26g 52%
Fat 19g 29%
Saturated Fat 7g 35%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2g 12%
Monounsaturated Fat 10g 50%
Trans Fat 1g 50%
Cholesterol 94mg 31%
Sodium 582mg 24%
Potassium 465mg 10%
Fiber 0.2g 1%
Sugar 0.03g 0%
Vitamin A 138IU 3%
Vitamin C 1mg 1%
Calcium 27mg 3%
Iron 3mg 17%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.