Make your roast beef perfect: Avoid common mistakes

Roast beef is one of the most popular and enjoyable meat dishes, but it's only tasty when you cook it right.

While the dish isn't that complicated, there are a few mistakes lots of people make while cooking it.

Let's find out what you can fix to make roast beef taste amazing.

Overcooking

Overcooking can result in a dry and tough texture, which can be disappointing. 

It's crucial to monitor the cooking time and use a meat thermometer to ensure the roast beef reaches the desired internal temperature without going overboard.

Not allowing the meat to come to room temperature

Taking the meat directly from the refrigerator and placing it in a hot oven can result in uneven cooking. 

It's essential to let the roast beef sit at room temperature for about 30 minutes before cooking to ensure even cooking throughout.

Incorrect seasoning

Be generous with salt and pepper, and consider adding herbs and other seasonings that complement the beef, such as garlic, rosemary, or thyme. 

Not searing the meat

Preheat a skillet or a heavy-bottomed pan with some oil and sear the roast beef on all sides until it develops a brown crust before transferring it to the oven for roasting.

Cutting the meat too soon

Cutting into the meat immediately can cause the juices to run out, resulting in a drier roast. 

Allow the roast beef to rest for about 15-20 minutes, tented loosely with foil. 
 

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• 5 June 2023

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