Description
This Ultimate Standing Rib Roast (Prime Rib) recipe delivers a perfectly seasoned, tender, and juicy prime rib with a flavorful salt and pepper crust. Expertly slow-roasted to medium rare with clear oven instructions and resting tips for optimal texture and taste.
Ingredients
Scale
Prime Rib Roast
- 1 standing rib roast (prime rib), about 8 lbs
Seasoning
- 2-4 tablespoons kosher salt
- 2-4 tablespoons ground black pepper
Instructions
- Prep Seasoning + Prime Rib: Combine kosher salt and ground black pepper in a small bowl. Pat the prime rib dry thoroughly with clean paper towels. Rub the salt and pepper mixture evenly all over the rib roast, using your judgment and applying at least 2 tablespoons of each. Allow the seasoned roast to come to room temperature by leaving it uncovered for at least 2 hours before cooking.
- Prep Oven: Preheat your oven to 500 degrees Fahrenheit. This initial high heat will create a flavorful crust on the roast.
- Roast Prime Rib: Place the rib roast fat side up on a roasting pan or large pan; a roasting rack is not necessary. Put it uncovered into the preheated oven and roast for 20 minutes at 500°F.
- Reduce Temperature and Continue Cooking: After the first 20 minutes, lower the oven temperature to 325 degrees Fahrenheit without opening the oven door. Continue roasting for approximately 15 minutes per pound for a medium-rare finish; for an 8 lb roast, this will be around 2 hours. Use a wireless meat thermometer if desired to monitor internal temperature without opening the oven.
- Rest the Roast: Remove the roast from the oven and immediately cover it with foil or the roaster’s lid. Let it rest for at least 20-30 minutes; this allows the juices to redistribute while the meat continues to cook gently.
- Slice and Serve: After resting, carve the roast into individual steaks and serve immediately. Pair with creamy horseradish sauce or your preferred accompaniments.
Notes
- This recipe is designed to achieve a perfectly medium-rare prime rib with a beautiful salt and pepper crust.
- Do not open the oven door during cooking to maintain oven temperature and even cooking.
- Cooking time is approximately 15 minutes per pound at 325°F after the initial high-heat sear.
- Resting the roast is essential to achieve optimal juiciness and tenderness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (about 4 oz cooked meat)
- Calories: 452 kcal
- Sugar: 0.003 g
- Sodium: 649 mg
- Fat: 40 g
- Saturated Fat: 17 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 0.3 g
- Fiber: 0.1 g
- Protein: 21 g
- Cholesterol: 91 mg
