How to Slow Cook a Ribeye Roast in the Oven - Today's Delight (2024)

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Thanksgiving is around the corner and ribeye roast is perfect to serve for the holidays. Slow cooking at low temperature is key for a tender, moist and juicy roast.

I will show you How to Slow Cook a Ribeye Roast in the Oven that everyone will love.

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Well-done Bone-in Ribeye Roast cooked slow at low temperature with tender, moist & juicy meat.

One thing to note, oven temperature varies so you might need to adjust cooking time accordingly. A simple seasoning of salt and pepper would be ideal if serving with sauce.

Cooking at low temperature will render a succulent roast that is cooked evenly. I prefer my roast well done and slow cooking at low temperature does the trick. No pink in my meat. The only caveat, it takes longer to cook.

Press for time, cook at higher temperature at less time. For a quick medium roast, check out my recipe and images for Lemon-Pepper Rosemary Ribeye Roast. Meat at the center is pink with crusty top. I don’t suggest using this method for well-done roast if you like it tender, moist and juicy.

While cooking your ribeye, feel free to roast vegetables at the same time. If temperature is high, cover veggies with foil, 2 minutes before taking out of oven remove foil and brown for 1 - 2 minutes. Get this out of the way and relax.

This is also the time to prepare the sauce for your ribeye roast. Elevate it with Creamy Bearnaise Sauce, Mushroom Sauce or whatever sauce you prefer. Prepare sauce half an hour before roast is ready to serve.

How to Slow Cook a Ribeye Roast in the Oven

I - Prepare the Ribeye Roast

a. Bring it to room temperature.

  • Just got it from the store, leave it sitting on your counter for an hour before cooking.
  • If frozen, thaw in the refrigerator. This ribeye roast is 6.50 pounds and I had it in the fridge for 2 days. Before cooking, I left it in room temperature for at least an hour.

For a juicy and evenly cooked roast, let the meat come to room temperature before cooking.

b. Season generously with salt and pepper.

  • Seasoned roast when seared is flavorful with a crusty exterior.

II - Slow Cooking Ribeye Roast in the Oven

a. Place roast on a roasting pan. I used a standing bone-in ribeye, no need to be on a rack.

b. Pre-heat oven at 450 degrees F. Place uncovered ribeye roast at the lowest rack and sear for 20 minutes. Browning will keep it juicy. Tip: Place a baking sheet at the top rack to slowly cook the exterior, if you like.

c. After 20 minutes, set temperature at 300 degrees F. Use a thermometer and cook meat by -5 to -7 degrees before it reaches desired doneness. Remove from oven. It will continue cooking when you rest the ribeye roast.

  • For rare ribeye roast, cook for 3 hours with internal temperature of 120 degrees F.
  • For medium to medium-well ribeye roast, cook for 4 hours. Internal temperature should reach between 135 - 145 degrees F.
  • For well-done ribeye roast, after 4 hours cover it with heavy duty foil. Continue baking for another 1 ½ to 2 hours, depending on how well-done you like it. Internal temperature should reach 160 degrees F.
  • Note: Oven temperature varies, so adjust cooking time accordingly.

d. Remove from oven, if ribeye roast is uncovered, cover and let it sit for 10 minutes to rest. Roast will continue cooking.

e. This is ready to serve but if you like a flavorful and crusty exterior, brown and caramelize meat. Follow step 3.

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Medium Ribeye Roast with pink dripping slow cooked at 300 deg F for 4 hours.

III - Brown or Sear in Cast Iron or Pan – (Optional)

a. Heat cast iron over medium to high heat, add some oil dripping and olive oil or butter.

b. This is going to be a quick process. Sear each side for a minute or two. Leave it longer for a crustier exterior.

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Tender, moist and juicy well-done ribeye roast slow cooked at 300 deg F for 5 hours & browned in pan.

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Recipe

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How to Slow Cook a Ribeye Roast in the Oven

Slow cooking at low temperature is key for a tender, moist and juicy roast.

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Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American

Prep Time: 1 hour hour

Cook Time: 5 hours hours

Total Time: 6 hours hours

Servings: 6

Calories: 1527kcal

Ingredients

  • 6.5 pounds bone-in ribeye roast thaw and bring to room temperature
  • salt and pepper
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil or butter

Instructions

  • Thaw frozen bone-in ribeye roast in fridge. Remove from refrigerator and let it come to room temperature for an hour.

  • Season generously all sides of ribeye roast with salt and pepper.

  • Pre-heat oven at 450 degrees F. Sear bone-in ribeye roast for 20 minutes to brown and caramelize the surrounding area for a flavorful juicy meat.

  • After 20 minutes, slow cook ribeye roast at 300 degrees F. Use a thermometer to check for doneness.

  • For rare bone-in ribeye roast, cook for 3 hours with internal temperature of 120 degrees F.

  • For medium to medium-well bone-in ribeye roast, cook for 4 hours. Internal temperature should reach between 135 - 145 degrees F.

  • For well-done bone-in ribeye roast, after 4 hours cover the ribeye roast with a heavy duty foil. Continue baking for another 1 ½ to 2 hours, depending on how well-done you like it and internal temperature should reach 160 degrees F.

  • Remove from oven and let it rest for 10 minutes. Cover ribeye roast with heavy duty foil, if not covered.

  • This is ready to serve. If you prefer a crustier caramelize exterior place it on a cast iron or pan.

  • Heat 3 tablespoons olive oil or butter with 2 tablespoons of ribeye dripping over medium to high heat. Sear or brown for a minute or two to caramelize meat.

  • Serve with your favorite sauce and a side of veggies. Enjoy!

Notes

As an experiment, I placed a baking sheet at the top rack above the ribeye roast to slow down cooking of top of roast. This is optional.

Nutrition

Calories: 1527kcal | Protein: 67g | Fat: 138g | Saturated Fat: 56g | Cholesterol: 297mg | Sodium: 219mg | Potassium: 1086mg | Calcium: 37mg | Iron: 7mg

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Serve this tender, juicy ribeye roast with your favorite sauce and sides.

How to Slow Cook a Ribeye Roast in the Oven - Today's Delight (2024)

FAQs

What temperature should a ribeye roast be cooked at? ›

Roast in the preheated oven for 20 minutes. Reduce heat to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C) and continue cooking until rib eye is reddish-pink and juicy in the center, 1 1/2 to 2 hours. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center will read 145 degrees F (63 degrees C) for medium. Serve and enjoy!

What temperature should I slow cook beef at in the oven? ›

Slow-roast

Best cooked at 150-170C, recipes that require slow-roasting are trickier to control using a domestic oven. Brown the joint first to give it a bit of colour, cook it covered on low, then turn up the heat at the end to brown the meat.

How long to cook prime rib at 250 in the oven? ›

Heat the oven to 250°F with the rack in the lower middle position. Place the seasoned rib roast on a greased roasting rack in a roasting tray. Cook for 4 to 5 hours or until the internal temperature in the thickest part of the roast is 125-130°F for medium-rare prime rib, or 135-140°F for medium.

Is ribeye good for slow roasting? ›

Conclusion. With a slow roast and a good resting time, a ribeye roast should be a breeze to slice and a dream to eat.

What temperature should ribeye be cooked at in the oven? ›

For thicker cuts of steak (like ribeye or filet mignon), 450° is your magic number. For thinner steaks, like flank and skirt, you're better off just using the broiler.

Is it better to cook prime rib at 325 or 350? ›

Start by cooking your prime rib at 500°F for 15 minutes and then lower the oven temperature to 325° F and cook for 10-12 min per pound for rare, or 13-14 min per pound for medium rare, or 14-15 min per pound for medium well. A meat thermometer is essential to ensure you cook it perfectly!

How do restaurants make prime rib so tender? ›

How do restaurants make prime rib so tender? The secret to restaurant-style prime rib is cooking the meat super slow at low temperatures. I recommend cooking prime rib at no higher than 200 degrees F. This cooks the meat very slowly, turning the fat into butter and rendering the proteins juicy and soft.

Is it better to cook prime rib slow or fast? ›

Cooked low and slow in the oven and finished with a blast of heat for the juiciest, most flavorful, evenly cooked prime rib roast. Kenji is the former culinary director for Serious Eats and a current culinary consultant for the site.

How long will it take to cook a roast at 250 degrees? ›

We like to sear roasts first in a Dutch oven with a little olive oil, add spices, sauces and vegetables, a little water, and bake tightly covered in a slow oven (225-250 degrees F) for 4-6 hours.

Is it better to cook a rib eye slow or fast? ›

Ribeye is a best-of-both-worlds steak: It's well marbled with the flavorful fat that's usually found in tougher cuts, but it comes from one of the more tender parts of the cow, so it's great for fast-cooking, high-heat methods.

What is the difference between prime rib roast and prime ribeye roast? ›

The ribeye cut comes from the exact same rib area of the animal. The cut is from the rib roast, aka prime rib. To be considered a ribeye, the steak must be cut before the roast is cooked. Cost Ribeyes can be bone-in or boneless, with boneless cuts generally being more expensive per pound.

How do you cook ribeye so it's not chewy? ›

Should you cook a ribeye fast or slow? FAST. Sear it on the outside, keep it tender and juicy on the inside. Tougher cuts of meat need to be cooked low and slow, but a nice cut of steak like this doesn't need much time at all.

What is the best temperature to cook a prime rib roast? ›

Brown the roast at 500°F (or as high as your oven will go) for 15 minutes. Lower the oven to 325°F to finish roasting: Reduce the oven temperature to 325°F. Roast in the oven until the thermometer registers 115°F for rare or 120° for medium rare, and 130°F for medium.

What internal temp should a ribeye be? ›

Ribeye Steak Internal Temperatures

For rare, aim for 120-130 °F internally. For medium-rare, aim for 130-135 °F internally. For medium, aim for 135-145 °F internally. For medium-well, aim for 145-155 °F internally.

How long to cook ribeye in the oven at 350 degrees? ›

Baking a ribeye steak at 350°F typically takes 20-25 minutes for medium-rare, but exact timing varies based on steak thickness and desired doneness. Use a meat thermometer to ensure it reaches your preferred internal temperature: 130°F for medium-rare, 145°F for medium, and 160°F for medium-well.

Do you cook ribeye roast the same as prime rib? ›

Since prime ribs and ribeye steaks come from the same primal cut of beef, the difference in their flavors comes from the way they are cooked. Prime ribs are seared and then roasted slowly under low heat, making them more tender, while ribeyes are grilled quickly over high heat, making them more charred.

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