Home-style roast beef
2 servings
60 minutes
Homemade roast beef is a classic dish of British cuisine, rooted in the traditions of family Sunday lunches. Tender beef fillet seared to a golden crust and then roasted with garlic and rosemary acquires a rich aroma and flavor. The combination of a crispy crust and juicy, pink center makes it particularly appealing. The dish pairs wonderfully with light sides like roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or fresh salad. Roast beef is easy to prepare yet looks festive, making it an ideal choice for a holiday dinner. The special notes of rosemary and garlic give the meat a refined aroma, while proper roasting time helps retain its juiciness. It can be served with sauces like mustard or wine to enhance the depth of flavor.
1
Wash the roast beef, dry it, salt and pepper it.
- Beef fillet: 450 g
- Ground black pepper: to taste
- Salt: to taste
2
Pour a tablespoon of olive oil into the pan, heat it up, and fry the roast beef until golden brown for 3-4 minutes on each side.
- Olive oil: 4 tablespoons
- Beef fillet: 450 g
3
Peel the garlic and cut it in half. Separate 7-10 leaves from the rosemary.
- Garlic: 6 cloves
- Rosemary: 1 stem
4
Preheat the oven to 170 degrees. Line a baking tray with parchment paper (or foil), place the roast beef on the tray, and arrange garlic on top and sides. Place rosemary leaves on top.
- Beef fillet: 450 g
- Garlic: 6 cloves
- Rosemary: 1 stem
5
Place the roast beef in the oven and bake for about 30-40 minutes.
- Beef fillet: 450 g
6
Then cut into portioned pieces and serve at the table.
