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    Tender Slow-Roasted Eye of Round

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    A tender and flavorful slow-roasted eye of round roast, seasoned with kosher salt and pepper, seared to perfection, and cooked low and slow for a juicy, melt-in-your-mouth experience.

    Ingredients for Tender Slow-Roasted Eye of Round

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    Boneless Eye-Round Roast, Trimmed

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    Kosher Salt

    teaspoons

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    Vegetable Oil

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    Pepper

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    How to Make Tender Slow-Roasted Eye of Round

    1. Season the Roast

    Take your trimmed eye-round roast and season it generously with 4 teaspoons of kosher salt. Wrap the seasoned beef tightly in plastic wrap and let it rest in the refrigerator overnight.

    2. Prepare for Cooking

    Remove the roast from the refrigerator and allow it to come to room temperature.

    3. Preheat Oven and Sear the Roast

    Preheat your oven to 225°F. Heat 2 teaspoons of vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Sear the roast on all sides until a rich, brown crust forms.

    4. Slow Roast the Beef

    Place the seared roast on a wire rack inside a rimmed baking sheet. Insert a meat-probe or instant-read thermometer into the thickest part of the meat. Roast in the preheated oven until the internal temperature reaches 122°F.

    5. Rest the Roast

    Turn off the oven but leave the roast inside for an additional 30 minutes.

    6. Final Rest and Slice

    Remove the roast from the oven and let it rest on a cutting board for a few more minutes before carving. Slice thinly against the grain and serve immediately.

    Pitfalls and tips

    Resting the Meat

    Rest your roast tented with foil for at least 20 minutes before slicing. This allows the juices to redistribute throughout the meat, ensuring it will be moist and tender.

    Dry Brining

    Salt the roast generously the night before and let it sit uncovered in the refrigerator. This will not only season the meat deeply but also help to tenderize it. The dry surface will also aid in achieving a nice crust.

    Roasting Temperature

    Cook low and slow. An oven temperature of around 225°F (107°C) will gently cook the meat, allowing the proteins to break down without squeezing out the moisture. Use a meat thermometer to monitor the internal temperature.

    Slicing

    Use a sharp knife to slice the meat thinly against the grain. This shortens the muscle fibers, making for a more tender bite.

    Thermometer is Key

    A reliable instant-read thermometer is your best friend here. Aim for an internal temperature of 120-125°F (48-52°C) for rare, 130-135°F (54-57°C) for medium-rare, etc., before resting. Remember, the meat's temperature will continue to rise a few degrees while resting.


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