Herb Crusted Roast Beef (Print Version)

Tender beef with a savory herb and mustard crust delivers rich flavors and juicy texture.

# Recipe Ingredients:

→ Beef

01 - 3.3 lbs beef sirloin or rib roast, trimmed
02 - 2 tbsp olive oil
03 - 2 tsp kosher salt
04 - 1 tsp freshly ground black pepper

→ Herb Crust

05 - 3 tbsp Dijon mustard
06 - 4 garlic cloves, minced
07 - 2 tbsp fresh rosemary, finely chopped
08 - 2 tbsp fresh thyme leaves, chopped
09 - 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
10 - 1 tsp dried oregano
11 - 1 tsp coarse sea salt
12 - 1/2 tsp ground black pepper

# Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 425°F. Remove beef from refrigerator 30 minutes prior to cooking to reach room temperature.
02 - Pat beef dry with paper towels. Rub entire surface with olive oil, then season evenly with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper.
03 - Combine Dijon mustard, minced garlic, rosemary, thyme, parsley, oregano, sea salt, and black pepper in a bowl, stirring to form a thick paste.
04 - Place beef on a rack within a roasting pan. Spread herb paste evenly over top and sides, pressing gently to adhere.
05 - Roast at 425°F for 15 minutes. Lower oven temperature to 350°F and continue roasting for 1 hour or until internal temperature reaches 130°F for medium-rare.
06 - Remove from oven, tent loosely with foil, and rest for 15 minutes before slicing.
07 - Slice roast and serve with pan juices or preferred accompaniments.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • This roast holds a secret herb fragrance that feels like a whispered invitation to slow down and savor each bite
  • The crust seals in the juiciness so well it became the heart of my Sunday dinners, every single time
02 -
  • Resting the roast after cooking isn’t optional; skipping it causes juicy losses you never want
  • Using fresh herbs rather than dried changes everything—flavor brightens and the crust crisps just right
03 -
  • Use a roasting rack to allow air circulation for even cooking and crispy crust
  • Broil at the end for 2-3 minutes if you want an extra golden crust, but watch carefully to avoid burning

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