Description
Learn how to cook a tender and flavorful beef shoulder roast with this ultimate guide. Includes step-by-step instructions, ingredient list, and expert tips for a perfect meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 lb Beef Shoulder Roast
- 2 tbsp Olive Oil
- 1 large Onion, chopped
- 2 Carrots, chopped
- 2 Celery stalks, chopped
- 4 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 tsp Dried Thyme
- 1 tsp Dried Rosemary
- 2 Bay Leaves
- 1 cup Beef Broth
- 1 cup Red Wine (optional)
- Salt and Black Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare and Season the Roast: Pat the roast dry. Mix salt, pepper, thyme, and rosemary. Rub all over the beef shoulder roast.
- Sear the Beef Shoulder Roast: Heat olive oil in a Dutch oven. Sear roast on all sides until browned, about 3-4 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.
- Sauté Vegetables and Aromatics: Add onion, carrots, and celery to the pot. Sauté until softened, about 5-7 minutes. Add garlic and cook for another minute.
- Braise the Beef Shoulder Roast: Return roast to pot, nestling among vegetables. Pour in beef broth and red wine (if using). Add bay leaves. Simmer, then cover and bake at 325°F (160°C) for 3-4 hours, or until fork-tender. Check liquid level periodically.
- Checking for Doneness: Roast is done when easily pierced with a fork. Internal temperature should reach 200-205°F (93-96°C).
- Resting and Slicing: Remove roast, cover with foil, and let rest for 15-20 minutes. Shred or slice against the grain.
- Serving Suggestions: Serve the roast with braising liquid. Pairs well with mashed potatoes or roasted vegetables.
Notes
- For richer flavor, use bone-in beef shoulder roast.
- Add potatoes, parsnips, or turnips to the Dutch oven during the last hour of braising.
- Experiment with smoked paprika, garlic powder, or onion powder.
- Substitute red wine with more beef broth or balsamic vinegar.
- Use a slow cooker: Sear beef, then transfer to slow cooker with vegetables and braising liquid. Cooked on low for 8-10 hours.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 hours 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Braising
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5 oz
- Calories: 350 Kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 100 mg
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