How to Cook a Bottom Round Roast?

Beef bottom round roast is derived from the outer side of the round, thus containing tough muscles and connective tissues. Prepared in thin slices, the meat contains very less fats (about 144 calories) and least flavor, requiring it to cook with lots of culinary herbs and spices. It is better to use fresh herbs and minced garlic while cooking. This way you can impart flavor to the beef cuts to bring out the best taste. As far as preparation method is concerned, braising and roasting are considered excellent ways to cook a bottom round roast.

Cooking a Bottom Round Roast in the Oven

Marinade with some of the most flavorful culinary herbs and spices, this oven cooked bottom round roast taste delicious. In order to cook bottom round roast in the oven, gather the supplies and follow the steps mentioned below:

Ingredients

• 1 bottom round roast (5 - 6 pounds)
• 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 1½ tablespoon grated onion
• 3 medium cloves garlic (finely minced)
• 2 teaspoons paprika
• 2 teaspoons chopped fresh rosemary
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme leaf
• 1½ teaspoons black pepper
• 1 teaspoon sea salt
• ½ teaspoon Goya Adobo seasoning
• ½ teaspoon Sazon (seasoned salt)

Directions for Preparation

In a large sized mixing bowl, combine together all the ingredients (except the meat) - olive oil, onion, garlic, paprika, rosemary, thyme, black pepper, sea salt, Goya Adobo and Sazon. Using a spatula, mix well the spices and seasonings. Then, coat the marinade mixture evenly over the meat cut from all sides. Cover the bowl with a lid and refrigerate it for about 1 - 2 hours, so that the meat absorbs the spices. Once you are done with the marinating step, preheat the oven to a temperature setting, 325° F.

Remove the meat from the refrigerator and put it in a roasting pan. In the oven, place the pan with meat on a wire rack. Roast the meat cut for about 25 minutes per pound. You can check whether the meat is tender or not. If you prefer medium rare or rare taste, the internal temperatures should be 145° F and 155° F respectively. Place the cooked meat in a foil and allow it to cool down. Serve this oven cooked bottom round roast with dumplings and noodles.

Cooking a Bottom Round Roast in the Crock Pot

If you have time, cooking bottom round roast on a crock pot is a perfect solution to soften the tough muscles. To prepare tender and delicious crock pot bottom round roast, you can use garlic and onion with other spices and cook for 8 - 10 hours. The required ingredients and cooking steps are:

Ingredients

• 3 pounds beef bottom round roast
• 1 clove garlic (minced)
• 2 medium onions (sliced)
• 2 bay leaves
• 1 whole clove (optional)
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 cup water
• Salt and pepper as per taste

Directions for Preparation

Prepare the beef cuts first, and rub each sides with salt and pepper. You can make shallow cuts in the meat and stuff minced garlic. Place 1 - 2 onion slices at the bottom of the crock pot. On top of the onion slices, place the meat and add the remaining onion slices, garlic, bay leaves, clove, soy sauce and water. Put on the lid, set the cooker at a low cooking temperature and cook for about 10 hours. Your crock pot bottom round roast is ready to serve.

If you like to a thick gravy, make a concoction by mixing 2 tablespoons each of cornstarch and water. Pour this into the crock pot, change the temperature to a high setting and bring it to boil. Stir constantly and cook till the gravy thickens as per your preference. This slow cooker bottom round roast recipe is served best with mashed red skin potatoes and steamed vegetables.

With these tips on how to cook bottom round roast, I hope you will not feel reluctant to try your culinary skills on these tough beef cuts next time. When cooked properly, beef bottom round roast is served as an ideal recipe for dinner.