Planning the perfect Christmas dinner? Try our homemade prime rib roast recipe to wow your guests! It’s rich, indulgent, and smothered in garlic and butter. This prime rib is good at the restaurant level, but you can make it right in your oven.
Prime Rib Roast
Prime rib roast is almost always our go-to for crowd-pleasing holiday dinners because it hits all the right notes. Picture this: carving into a beautifully roasted prime rib, its exterior crispy and bursting with flavors from garlic and butter, while the inside remains tender and juicy.
Unlike other slow-roasted prime rib recipes, we start by roasting at a high temperature of 450°F for the first 20 minutes to create a crust that locks in the juices. Then, we lower the oven temperature to 325°F and continue roasting for about an hour. This method ensures a crispy exterior and a tender, juicy interior while significantly reducing the cooking time.
It’s a showstopper that brings everyone to the table, eager to dig in. Pair with your favorite sides, like creamy mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or a fresh salad.
How Much Prime Rib to Prepare Per Person
In general, one rib feeds about two people. So, if you’re expecting 10 guests at your dinner party, you’ll aim for around 5 ribs.
When it comes down to buying, a general guide is about 6 to 8 ounces (170 to 227 grams) of cooked meat per adult. That means each rib should have at least 2 to 2.5 pounds (0.9 to 1.1 kilograms) of meat before cooking.
If your guests are big meat lovers or generally have hearty appetites, you might want to bump up the amount of prime rib per person.
Best Tools to Make Prime Rib Easier
Making the perfect prime rib roast is a breeze with the right tools.
- Oven: It provides steady heat to cook your meat just right. Make sure to preheat and keep the right temperature throughout cooking.
- Wireless meat thermometer: A reliable wireless meat thermometer is a game-changer for perfect results every time. The Typhur Sync gives you real-time, accurate readings of the meat’s internal core temperature, precise to 0.05℉. Its Bluetooth and WiFi connections let you monitor the cooking process from anywhere within 400 feet, so you don’t have to babysit the oven. It even sends you notifications via the Typhur App when your meat reaches the target temperature.
- Gloves: Protect your hands when handling hot dishes, especially when putting the roast in or taking it out of the oven. Good oven gloves are crucial for safety and easy handling.
- Chef Knife: A sharp chef knife is essential. Use it to trim excess fat from the prime rib before cooking and to carve beautiful slices once it’s done. A good knife ensures clean cuts and makes your dish look great.
Ingredients for Prime Rib Roast
Here are the ingredients you need for roasted prime rib in the oven:
- 6 pounds standing rib roast
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1.4 oz minced garlic clove
- 3 tbsp fresh thyme leaves
- 3 tbsp fresh rosemary leaves
- 2 tbsp crushed black pepper
- 2 tbsp kosher salt
How to Cook Prime Rib Roast
Bring to Room Temperature: Remove the prime rib from the refrigerator 2 to 3 hours before cooking to allow it to come to room temperature. This step is crucial for even cooking.
Preheat the Oven: Heat your oven to 450℉ (230℃). This high initial temperature will help sear the meat, creating a flavorful crust.
Prepare the Prime Rib: Pat the prime rib dry with paper towels. Removing moisture helps to achieve a better sear. In a small bowl, mix together softened butter, minced garlic, salt, chopped thyme, chopped rosemary, and black pepper to create an herb butter. Rub the herb butter mixture all over the exterior of the prime rib, covering all sides evenly.
Roast the Prime Rib: Place the prime rib on a roasting rack inside a roasting pan. Put it in the preheated oven and roast at 450℉ (230℃) for about 20 minutes. If the meat hasn’t seared well, give it a few more minutes.
Reduce Heat and Continue Roasting: After the initial sear, reduce the oven temperature to 325℉ (160℃). Continue roasting until the internal temperature of the meat reaches 125℉ (52℃) for rare; 135℉/57℃ for medium-rare; and 145℉/63℃ for medium.
Note: the Typhur Sync wireless meat thermometer is the best tool to monitor the internal temp of the meat. It boasts two 6-sensor probes which offer an accuracy of ±0.5°F, and its Bluetooth and wifi connectivity supports long-range monitoring up to 400 feet. It's very easy to use, simply insert the probe into the thickest part of the meat before placing the prime rib into the oven, making sure the safety line is completely immersed. Connect the device to your Phone, and select beef → roast → prime rib in the parameters list on the Typhur App. Set the target temperature to 125℉/52°C (rare). To begin the process, press the start button on your phone. You will receive the alerts when your ribs are done.
Rest the Meat: Once the desired internal temperature is reached, remove the prime rib from the oven. Let it rest for at least 15 minutes before slicing. Resting allows the juices to redistribute throughout the meat, ensuring it’s moist and flavorful when sliced.
Serve: Carve the prime rib into slices and serve with your favorite side dishes like mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or a fresh salad.
Don’t Forgot Rest your Prime Ribs
Why rest meat after cooking? After cooking, let your prime rib rest for at least 20 minutes. This allows the juices to redistribute throughout the meat, making it even more tender and flavorful.
The best thing about the Typhur Sync wireless meat thermometer is that it can identify the size of the meat piece, its state (fully defrosted, semi-defrosted, etc.), and the cooking environment. Therefore, the algorithm considers these variables and can predict when to remove the meat from heat and the necessary resting time.
Frequently Asked Question
It typically takes about 15-20 minutes per pound to cook a prime rib at 325°F. For example, a 6-pound roast would take about 1.5 to 2 hours.
Cooking prime rib at 325°F is generally recommended for a more even and tender roast. Cooking at 350°F can cook it faster but may result in a slightly less tender roast.
Both come from the cow’s rib section, but a standing rib roast includes the entire rack of ribs, while prime rib refers to ribs cut from the loin area.
The secret to a perfect prime rib roast is low and slow cooking, using a reliable meat thermometer to monitor the internal temperature, and resting the meat before carving to retain its juices.
Prime rib is better cooked slowly. Slow cooking at a lower temperature ensures even cooking and results in a tender, juicy roast.
Restaurants often use a combination of low-temperature roasting and resting the meat to ensure tenderness. They may also use high-quality cuts of beef and age them for enhanced flavor and tenderness.
Cook prime rib uncovered to allow the exterior to develop a nice, flavorful crust. Covering the roast can result in steaming, which softens the crust.
Prime Rib Roast Recipe
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Equipment
- Oven
- Tongs
- Mixing Bowl
- Oven Gloves
- Chef Knife
Ingredients
- 6 pounds Standing Rib Roast
- 1 cup Unsalted Butter
- 1.4 oz Garlic Clove minced
- 3 tbsp Fresh Thyme Leaves
- 3 tbsp Fresh Rosemary Leaves, finely chopped
- 2 tbsp Crushed Black Pepper
- 2 tbsp Kosher Salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 450℉/230℃.
- In a small bowl, mix together the butter, garlic, salt, thyme, rosemary, and black pepper.1 cup Unsalted Butter, 1.4 oz Garlic Clove, 3 tbsp Fresh Thyme Leaves, 3 tbsp Fresh Rosemary Leaves, finely chopped, 2 tbsp Crushed Black Pepper, 2 tbsp Kosher Salt
- Remove prime rib from the fridge 2 to 3 hours before cooking, and allow it to come to room temperature. After the prime rib has come to room temperature, pat it down with paper towels to make sure it’s dry. Then rub the entire outside of the prime rib with the herb butter mixture.6 pounds Standing Rib Roast
- To ensure accuracy, insert the probe into the thickest part of the meat, making sure the safety line is completely immersed.
- Select beef→ roast→ prime rib in the parameters list. Set the target temperature to 125℉/52°C. Place the ribs on the oven tray, then place the oven tray on a rack in the oven.
- To begin the process, press the start button on your phone. Cook the prime rib in the center of the oven for 20 minutes at 450°F (230°C). It should get a nice sear on the outside. If not, cook it a few minutes longer. Then reduce the temperature of the oven to 325°F (160°C) and continue cooking for about 1 hour. You will be notified when the ribs are ready to come out of the oven.
- Using a pair of oven gloves, carefully remove the tray with the ribs and transfer to a heat-resistant surface. Let rest for at least 15 minutes. (Note: the internal temperature will continue to rise.)
- Carefully remove the probe.
- Cut the prime ribs into pieces or enjoy with your favorite side dishes.
Nutrition PER SERVING
(Nutrition information is calculated automatically by Spoonacular API and should be considered an estimate.)
