Crispy Crusted Garlic Herb Beef Roast

📝 Ingredients

For the Beef

• 2–3 lb beef roast (top sirloin, ribeye roast, or tenderloin center-cut)

• 2 tablespoons olive oil

• 1 tablespoon coarse kosher salt

• 1½ teaspoons freshly ground black pepper

• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika

• 1 teaspoon onion powder

• 1 teaspoon dried thyme (or 1 tablespoon fresh)

• 1 teaspoon dried rosemary (crushed)

• 4 cloves garlic, minced

Optional Butter Baste (Highly Recommended)

• 3 tablespoons unsalted butter

• 2 cloves garlic, smashed

• 1 sprig fresh rosemary

• 1 sprig fresh thyme

🔪 Preparation Steps

1️⃣ Bring to Room Temperature

Remove beef from the fridge 45–60 minutes before cooking. Pat completely dry with paper towels.
Dry surface = better crust.

2️⃣ Season Generously

In a small bowl mix:

• Salt

• Pepper

• Paprika

• Onion powder

• Thyme

• Rosemary

• Minced garlic

• Olive oil

Rub mixture all over the roast, pressing into the surface.

Let sit 15–20 minutes to absorb flavor.

🔥 Cooking Methods

🌀 Air Fryer Method (Like the Image)

1. Preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 5 minutes.

2. Place roast in basket (fat side up if applicable).

3. Cook at 400°F for 10 minutes to build crust.

4. Reduce temperature to 360°F (182°C) and cook:

(Use a meat thermometer — essential.)

🔥 Oven Method (Alternative)

1. Preheat oven to 450°F (230°C).

2. Roast 15 minutes to sear.

3. Reduce heat to 325°F (165°C).

4. Continue roasting until internal temp reaches desired doneness (about 15–20 minutes per pound).

🧈 Butter Basting (Restaurant-Level Flavor)

In the last 5 minutes of cooking:

1. Melt butter in a pan.

2. Add smashed garlic + herbs.

3. Spoon hot butter over the roast repeatedly.

This builds deep flavor and shine.

🛑 Resting (DO NOT SKIP)

Remove roast and tent loosely with foil.
Rest 15–20 minutes.

This redistributes juices and keeps it tender.

🔪 Slicing

Slice against the grain into thick slices.
Sprinkle with flaky salt and chopped parsley.

🥄 Optional Pan Jus (Quick Sauce)

1. Pour pan drippings into skillet.

2. Add ¼ cup beef broth.

3. Simmer 3–4 minutes.

4. Finish with small knob of butter.

🍽️ Serving Ideas

• Garlic mashed potatoes

• Roasted asparagus

• Crispy Brussels sprouts

• Horseradish cream sauce

💡 Pro Tips

✔ Pat meat very dry before seasoning
✔ Don’t overcrowd air fryer
✔ Always use thermometer
✔ Resting is critical
✔ For extra crust: chill seasoned roast uncovered in fridge 2 hours before cooking