Description
Michael Symon’s prime rib recipe delivers succulent, perfectly seasoned meat with a crispy exterior and juicy interior. Roasted to perfection, this classic dish promises a memorable dining experience you’ll savor down to the last delicious bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 5 lbs (2.27 kg) beef prime rib*
- ¼ cup (60 ml) olive oil
- 8 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
- 2 tsp fresh rosemary
- 1 tsp fresh thyme
- Sea salt
- Horseradish, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Preparation: Release prime rib from refrigeration and stabilize at room temperature for one hour, promoting even cooking and optimal meat texture.
- Seasoning Fusion: Craft a bold spice amalgamation by combining kosher salt, black pepper, rosemary, thyme, garlic, and olive oil into a fragrant herb rub.
- Surface Preparation: Thoroughly dry the roast using paper towels, then lavishly coat every surface with the aromatic seasoning mixture, ensuring complete coverage.
- Initial Roasting: Position oven rack centrally and ignite to 500°F, searing the prime rib for 15 minutes to develop a sumptuous caramelized crust that locks in rich flavors.
- Gradual Cooking: Reduce temperature to 325°F and continue roasting, tracking internal temperature with precision for desired doneness (rare: 120°F, medium-rare: 130°F, medium: 140°F, medium-well: 150°F).
- Resting Phase: Remove roast 5-10 degrees below target temperature, shield loosely with aluminum foil, and allow 30 minutes for juice redistribution, ensuring maximum succulence.
- Serving Technique: Slice against muscle grain, creating elegant ½-inch cuts that showcase the prime rib’s luxurious texture and vibrant interior.
Notes
- Temper for Perfection: Allow meat to reach room temperature for even cooking and maximum tenderness.
- High-Heat Sear: Initial 15-minute blast at 500°F creates a deliciously caramelized, crispy exterior that locks in juices.
- Precise Temperature Monitoring: Use a reliable meat thermometer to hit your exact doneness level without overcooking.
- Rest and Redistribute: Covering the roast during 30-minute resting period ensures succulent, juice-filled meat slices that melt in your mouth.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 35 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: British
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 500 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 1 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 100 mg