Garlic Herb Crusted Prime Rib Roast
Ingredients
- Main: 1 bone-in Prime Rib Roast (approx. 5-7 lbs).
- The Crust:
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter, softened.
- 6 cloves garlic, minced.
- 2 tbsp fresh rosemary, finely chopped.
- 1 tbsp fresh thyme, finely chopped.
- 2 tbsp kosher salt.
- 1 tbsp coarsely ground black pepper.
Instructions
- Preparation:
- Remove the roast from the refrigerator at least 2 hours before cooking to bring it to room temperature for even cooking.
- Pat the meat completely dry with paper towels to ensure a crisp crust.
- Seasoning:
- In a small bowl, mix the butter, garlic, rosemary, thyme, salt, and pepper into a thick paste.
- Generously rub the herb butter over the entire roast, focusing on the top fat cap as seen in 1000008049.jpg.
- Roasting:
- Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C).
- Place the roast in a roasting pan, bone-side down.
- Sear the meat at this high temperature for 15 minutes to develop that dark, flavorful crust.
- Slow Cook:
- Lower the oven temperature to 325°F (160°C).
- Continue roasting until a meat thermometer reaches your desired doneness:
- Rare: 120°F (49°C)
- Medium-Rare: 130°F (54°C) — recommended for the result shown in 1000008049.jpg.
- Resting:
- Transfer the roast to a cutting board and tent loosely with foil.
- Rest for at least 30 minutes. This is crucial for the juices to redistribute, ensuring the meat stays pink and moist throughout.
- Serving:
- Slice against the grain into thick portions as displayed on the wooden board in 1000008049.jpg.
Nutrition Note
This recipe is naturally Keto-friendly and high-protein, as it focuses on quality fats and animal protein without any added sugars or carbohydrate-based binders.
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