Slow-Roasted Beef for Sandwiches

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Very Healthy
Health score
77%
Slow-Roasted Beef for Sandwiches
1180 min.
1
2356kcal

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Craving a melt-in-your-mouth sandwich that's packed with flavor and surprisingly healthy? Look no further! This slow-roasted beef eye of round is incredibly tender, juicy, and perfect for piling high on your favorite bread or enjoying as a delicious main course. The secret's in the low and slow cooking method, which coaxes out all the rich, savory goodness from the beef. And, because it's naturally gluten-free and dairy-free, it's a great option for those with dietary restrictions.

Imagine sinking your teeth into thinly sliced, perfectly seasoned beef that practically dissolves in your mouth. The initial searing provides a beautiful crust, while the long, slow roast ensures even cooking and maximum tenderness. We're talking about truly restaurant-quality results in the comfort of your own kitchen!

Don't be intimidated by the seemingly long cooking time – the hands-on preparation is minimal. This is a recipe that's perfect for a leisurely weekend, allowing you to focus on other things while the oven works its magic. Plus, the aroma that fills your home while it's roasting is simply divine. Get ready to experience beef like never before!

Ingredients

  • 3.5 pound beef eye of round roast 
  • tablespoon canola oil 
  • teaspoons garlic salt 
  • teaspoons ground pepper fresh black

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • paper towels
  • oven
  • plastic wrap
  • roasting pan
  • kitchen thermometer

Directions

  1. Season all sides of beef roast evenly with garlic salt; wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate 18 to 24 hours.
  2. Place rack in middle position of oven and preheat to 225 degrees F (110 degrees C).
  3. Pat roast dry with paper towel and rub with 2 teaspoons canola oil; season with black pepper.
  4. Heat 1 tablespoon canola oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until small wisps of smoke rise from the oil. Brown the roast completely, 3 to 4 minutes per side.
  5. Transfer roast to a rack set into a roasting pan.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven until a meat probe thermometer or instant-read meat thermometer inserted into the center reads 115 degrees F (46 degrees C) for medium-rare, 1 1/4 to 1 3/4 hours.
  7. Turn oven off and leave roast in oven without opening door until meat probe thermometer reads 130 degrees F (54 degrees C) for medium-rare, 30 to 50 more minutes.
  8. Let rest 15 minutes before slicing thin.

Nutrition Facts

Calories2356kcal
Protein62.54%
Fat37%
Carbs0.46%

Properties

Glycemic Index
32
Glycemic Load
0.49
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
63.220434704553%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:2356.4kcal
117.82%
Fat:92.87g
142.88%
Saturated Fat:28.06g
175.37%
Carbohydrates:2.56g
0.85%
Net Carbohydrates:1.55g
0.56%
Sugar:0.03g
0.03%
Cholesterol:984.3mg
328.1%
Sodium:5540.8mg
240.9%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:353.17g
706.35%
Selenium:439.97µg
628.52%
Vitamin B3:107.32mg
536.59%
Vitamin B6:10.38mg
518.92%
Vitamin B12:29.37µg
489.5%
Zinc:66.1mg
440.68%
Phosphorus:3419.6mg
341.96%
Iron:33.13mg
184.07%
Potassium:5467.75mg
156.22%
Vitamin B2:2.55mg
149.84%
Vitamin B1:1.48mg
98.72%
Magnesium:387.98mg
96.99%
Copper:1.61mg
80.63%
Vitamin B5:6.98mg
69.78%
Folate:207.06µg
51.77%
Vitamin E:7.25mg
48.36%
Manganese:0.74mg
37.22%
Vitamin K:35.58µg
33.89%
Calcium:322.24mg
32.22%
Fiber:1.01g
4.05%
Source:Allrecipes