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Classic Roast Beef featuring Tavour Craft Beer

Dec 20, 2019 · 20 Comments

This post has been brought to you by Tavour. All opinions expressed are my own. The following message is intended for those 21+. Please enjoy responsibly.

Today, we’re cooking up an old school roast beef with a mustard rub, which we’ll be pairing with an Asian-style Coleslaw, a combo that’s perfect for wintry nights in, or intimate holiday gatherings, and we’ll be doing this with a little help from our old friends over at Tavour, who we’re delighted to welcome back to Living the Gourmet – but more on them in just a moment.

The Beef – We’ve Got It

1) Top Round – Ideal For Roasting. This is the cut of beef most commonly found in deli-style ‘roast beef,’ it’s also a slow cooker favorite, and is the most common type of meat used in London Broil – and there’s a reason for this. The top round is cut from the inside of the cow’s hind legs. As you might imagine, due to the cut’s location, this a piece of meat that’s under constant stress and use. This portion of the cow’s hind legs are analogues to our own calves, which are put to use literally every time we so much as take a step. This means that the top round, similar to chuck roast, is a ‘tough’ cut of meat, making it less than desirable for steaks. Top round is also a very lean cut of meat, having virtually no marbling, and being far leaner than chuck, which also has the effect of making it less than ideal for sausages or burgers. However, these very same qualities make it great for slow roasting and braising. In addition, this relatively limited range of uses also has the effect of driving its price down, making one of the more affordable cuts of meat available.

2) Top Round Steaks – Do’s and Don’ts. Top round is simply delicious when roasted, but in my opinion trying to serve it as a steak is a bit like trying to square a circle. That said, top round steaks often feature quite a bit of ‘production-side’ tenderization before they make it to consumers – you can use your imagination as to what that entails – and that’s what turns me off the most about them. However, if you do find yourself into possession of top round steaks (since they are so easy on the budget they are sometimes hard to resist), there are two ways to make them palatable. The first is to marinate them thoroughly (preferably overnight), and then grill them, either on the barbeque or stovetop on a griddle or cast iron pan. The marinating process will help to tenderize this otherwise tough cut, while providing a nice extra layer of flavor. The second way is to coat them (thoroughly) in salt, pepper, and garlic powder (or whatever rub you prefer), and then grill them rapidly over very high heat, and then cut them as thinly as you can manage against the grain. Conversely, you could of course combine these two prep methods for the ‘best’ results.

The Beer – We’ve Got That Too, and So Can You

Roast beef and a dark or ‘dense’ beer is match made in heaven, like vanilla ice cream and chocolate syrup, the two just go together, and from the pictures below, you can see that’s exactly what we did with a little help from our friends over at Tavour.

For most, it can be intensely difficult to actually ‘find’ great craft brewers or microbreweries, in much the same way as it can be difficult to find independent or ‘boutique’ wineries of decent quality. More often than not, it happens purely by accident or word of mouth. However, what if you had someone who sought out great craft beers for you, and then sent you a nice hefty crate of craft beers that you yourself handpicked from their selection?

That’s precisely the service that our friends over at Tavour provide. They work with over six-hundred independent craft breweries across the US. Through Tavour, you’ll learn about delicious craft beers, and from the beers and breweries you’re shown, you can select which you think sound right for you, and then you can have them shipped right to your door.

The best part? The curating service is absolutely free. You only pay for the beers you want.

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Yields 1 5lb. beef roast

Classic Roast Beef featuring Tavour Craft Beer

15 minPrep Time

1 hr, 30 Cook Time

1 hr, 45 Total Time

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Ingredients

  • 5 lb. Top Round Roast Beef
  • 4 - 5 Garlic cloves
  • 4 - 5 carrots
  • For the Mustard Rub:
  • 1 tbs. spicy mustard
  • 1 tbs pepper corns - crushed
  • 1 tsp. sea salt
  • 2 tsp. balsamic vinegar
  • 1 tsp. garlic powder
  • For the Asian Slaw:
  • 1 small head of white cabbage - sliced thin
  • 1/4 heat of red cabbage - sliced thin
  • 1 bunch of fresh cilantro - stems removed and chopped fine
  • 1 inch piece of fresh ginger - chopped fine
  • 1 tbs of everything bagel seasoning or sesame seeds
  • For the dressing:
  • 4 tbs. of mayonaise
  • 2 tbs. of cider vinager
  • 2 tbs. of relish
  • 1/2 tsp. of sesame oil
  • 2 tbs. of honey

Instructions

    For the roast:
  1. Place the carrots on the bottom of a large cast iron frying pan.
  2. Place the roast of top of the carrots.
  3. Cut 4 - 5 small slits in the roast and stuff the whole garlic cloves in the slits.
  4. For the rub:
  5. Combine all of the ingredients for the rub in a small bowl and stir.
  6. Rub the mustard rub all over the roast.
  7. Preheat Oven 350 degrees F.
  8. Cook the meat 20 minutes per lb.
  9. Remove the roast from the oven and loosely cover with tin foil. Let the meat rest for 12 - 15 minutes before slicing.
  10. For the slaw:
  11. Combine all of the ingredients for the slaw in a large bowl and toss.
  12. Combine all of the ingredients for the dressing and stir, then add the dressing and toss. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
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  1. angiesrecipes says

    21/12/2019 at 3:35 am

    I could eat roasted beef every day!! Yours is so perfectly done and looks absolutely droolworthy!
    Reply
  2. DAVID J MYERS says

    21/12/2019 at 3:42 pm

    Catherine, That top round roast looks great...cooked just like we prefer our beef! We haven't roasted a top round in years so thanks for the reminder. Lots of leftovers for sandwiches and the price is right. Like the rub recipe too! Take Care, Big Daddy Dave
    Reply
  3. Lisa says

    23/12/2019 at 3:22 pm

    This is good timing for Christmas! There’s nothing like a good roast beef dish, and this one looks particularly delicious.
    ★★★★★
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  4. Ashley R says

    24/12/2019 at 3:28 pm

    I love meat and beer. I’m here in Portland so we thankfully have nice beers to choose from.
    ★★★★★
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  5. Heather says

    24/12/2019 at 6:42 pm

    I'm pretty sure that this is my husband's ideal meal. Everything he loves. That roast beef is cooked perfectly too!
    Reply
  6. Yeah Lifestyle says

    25/12/2019 at 6:55 am

    That roast beef looks so delicious and nothing like some delicious craft beer to go with it. My friends would love it if I served them this for Christmas
    ★★★★★
    Reply
  7. Romy says

    25/12/2019 at 11:01 pm

    This looks like a tasty and hearty recipe, perfect for the holidays
    ★★★★★
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  8. Myrah Duque says

    26/12/2019 at 2:48 pm

    That roast beef looks so good and is cooked perfectly. My husband and I love beer and meat, it's such a great combination.
    ★★★★★
    Reply
  9. Chastity says

    26/12/2019 at 11:53 pm

    The beer looks like a great idea for entertaining guests. Love the concept. And the beef so delicious. I wish I was there to enjoy it as well!
    ★★★★★
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  10. Irina says

    15/01/2020 at 7:09 pm

    We are never tired of Roast Beef, and your new recipe is welcomed. I especially love the combo of the mustard rub. It sounds amazing! Cannot wait to give it a try:)
    ★★★★★
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  11. Pina says

    15/01/2020 at 7:11 pm

    This is the perfect roast beef recipe! Thank you for the amazing tips on obtaining the perfect roast too!
    ★★★★★
    Reply
  12. Jenn says

    15/01/2020 at 7:27 pm

    This recipe is a keeper! It turns out perfectly every time, and the craft beer adds something wonderful to the flavor. Try it!
    ★★★★★
    Reply
  13. Suzy says

    15/01/2020 at 7:30 pm

    Fantastic! All of the flavors match up well with the beef! Thanks for the tip on which beef is best to buy for this!
    ★★★★★
    Reply
  14. kim says

    15/01/2020 at 7:35 pm

    Love this recipe! So much great flavor and it was so easy! Will definitely be making again!
    ★★★★★
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  15. Scarlet says

    15/01/2020 at 9:03 pm

    You know, I have never made roast beef like that. I need to try it. Thanks for the inspiration and the recipe.
    Reply
  16. Danielle says

    16/01/2020 at 11:25 am

    The images of this roast beef make me sooo hungry. I can't wait to get everything I need for this recipe and go all in with it!
    ★★★★★
    Reply
  17. Ben Myhre says

    16/01/2020 at 11:57 am

    I would like to invite you over for dinner. If you could just please don't forget this delightful roast. Oh, and don't forget the beer either. I will supply silverware. ;) This looks really great.
    ★★★★★
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  18. Amber says

    16/01/2020 at 12:33 pm

    I am one of those people that have a hard time finding craft beers I enjoy. My husband likes anything but I am picky in that department I guess. Help with narrowing down options sounds amazing! And this roast! Perfection!
    ★★★★★
    Reply

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