Standing Rib Roast in Rock Salt
Cook Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 40 minutes
Description:
This recipe holds a special place in my heart, reminiscent of cherished family gatherings and traditions passed down through generations. A timeless classic, this Standing Rib Roast in Rock Salt is a testament to simplicity and flavor. Inspired by my father’s culinary prowess, it continues to captivate the palates of my children and grandchildren, particularly during festive holiday feasts. With minimal seasoning required, the roast boasts a remarkable depth of flavor, its succulence preserved within a tender, juicy interior encased by a savory crust. While the outer edges delightfully achieve a well-done perfection, the center remains gloriously rare to medium rare, ensuring a symphony of textures and tastes with each savory slice. However, a word of caution: when carving this masterpiece, exercise care, for the juices flow abundantly, testament to the roast’s moist tenderness. Elevating the meal further, consider pairing it with my “Easy Quick Garlic/Dill Potatoes” for a harmonious symphony of flavors and textures.
Recipe Category: Meat
Keywords: Very Low Carbs, High Protein, High In…, Weeknight, Roast, Oven, Less Than 4 Hours, Easy
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 1651.1
- Fat Content: 149.1g
- Saturated Fat Content: 62.2g
- Cholesterol Content: 331.1mg
- Sodium Content: 240.4mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 0g
- Fiber Content: 0g
- Sugar Content: 0g
- Protein Content: 72.2g
Ingredients:
- 4-6 cloves of garlic
- Worcestershire sauce
- Rock salt
Instructions:
- Let the beef roast sit at room temperature to ensure even cooking.
- Preheat the oven to a scorching 500 degrees Fahrenheit, preparing for the transformation of raw ingredients into a culinary masterpiece.
- Armed with a sharp steak knife, puncture the roast all over, creating pockets of flavor into which we’ll tuck slivers of garlic, imparting their aromatic essence throughout the roast.
- With finesse, insert the slivers of garlic into each puncture, ensuring they nestle snugly within the beef.
- Embrace the roast with the bold embrace of Worcestershire sauce, generously rubbing it over the entire surface, infusing every inch with its savory essence.
- In a roasting pan that cradles the roast snugly, create a bed of rock salt at the bottom, laying the foundation for a culinary masterpiece.
- Gently place the seasoned roast upon this bed of salt, ensuring its complete coverage with a blanket of salt, leaving no inch exposed.
- The meat should recline within the pan, enveloped by the salt, with not a side touching the vessel’s edges.
- Note: A gentle misting of water over the salt enables it to coalesce, forming a firm, protective crust around the roast.
- With reverence, place the pan within the fiery confines of the preheated oven, embarking on a journey of transformation.
- Roast the meat for 15 minutes per pound, allowing the heat to work its magic, coaxing out the succulence within.
- As the roast emerges from its fiery crucible, transfer it to a waiting cutting board, brushing off the cloak of rock salt that served as its protective armor.
- Tent the roast with foil, allowing it to rest for 15-20 minutes, a brief respite before its grand debut.
- When the time comes, carve with care, revealing the tender, succulent treasures within, a testament to culinary mastery.
- Serve this masterpiece alongside your favorite horseradish sauce, perhaps opting for the piquant allure of freshly ground horseradish from the local supermarket deli.
- For those seeking a milder experience, consider blending the horseradish with creamy mayonnaise, tempering its fiery bite with velvety richness.
In the realm of culinary delights, few dishes possess the timeless allure and comforting embrace of a perfectly prepared Standing Rib Roast in Rock Salt. As it graces your table, may it kindle fond memories, forge new traditions, and bring joy to all who gather around to partake in its savory splendor.
