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Porcini-Rubbed Beef Rib Roast

By Anna Stockwell

4.8

(28)

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Using dried porcini mushrooms as the base of the rub for this dramatic centerpiece roast gives it the funky, earthy flavor usually associated with expensive dry-aged beef. Our tangy Horseradish-Yogurt Sauce is the perfect accompaniment.

Recipe information

  • Total Time

    5 hours, 45 minutes

  • Yield

    Serves 8–10

Ingredients

1/3 cup dried porcini mushrooms (about 1/2 ounce)
2 tablespoons kosher salt
1 tablespoon whole black peppercorns
1 teaspoon marjoram or oregano leaves
1 (4-rib) bone-in rib roast (about 10 pounds)
Flaky sea salt and Horseradish-Yogurt Sauce (for serving; optional)

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Pulse mushrooms, kosher salt, peppercorns, and marjoram in a spice mill or mini food processor until coarsely ground. Pat meat dry, then rub mushroom mixture all over. Transfer to a wire rack set inside a rimmed baking sheet. Let sit at room temperature 1 hour (for even more flavor, chill, uncovered, overnight, then let sit at room temperature 1 hour before roasting).

    Step 2

    Preheat oven to 225°F. Roast meat until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the center registers 120°F (for medium-rare), about 4 hours. Tent with foil and let sit at room temperature at least 30 minutes and up to 1 hour.

    Step 3

    Increase oven temperature to 500°F. Remove foil and roast meat until browned and crisp, 5–10 minutes. Immediately transfer to a cutting board. Cut off ribs in 1 piece, then slice into individual ribs. Carve roast into 1/2" slices and arrange on a serving platter along with ribs. Season with sea salt and serve with Horseradish-Yogurt Sauce, if desired.

  2. Do Ahead

    Step 4

    Rub can be made 1 day ahead; store in an airtight container at room temperature.

TagsRib RoastBeefMeatPorcini MushroomMushroomVegetableMainDinnerDairy FreeGluten FreeNut FreeKeto5 Ingredients or FewerRoastChristmasWinterBon Appétit

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