Keto Recipe: Perfect Prime Rib Roast

Cooking Information

• Prep Time: 20 minutes
• Cook Time: 2-3 hours
• Rest Time: 30 minutes
• Total Time: 3-4 hours
• Calories: 380 per serving
• Protein: 45g
• Fat: 22g
• Net Carbs: 0g
• Servings: 8-10
• Difficulty: Intermediate

Ingredients

For the Roast:

• 5-7 lb grass-fed prime rib roast
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 3 tablespoons fresh rosemary, chopped
• 2 tablespoons fresh thyme, chopped
• 6 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons sea salt
• 1 tablespoon black pepper

For the Au Jus:

• 2 cups beef bone broth
• 1/2 cup red wine (optional)
• 1 sprig fresh thyme
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Day Before:

1. Trim excess fat, leaving 1/4 inch cap
2. Mix herbs, garlic, salt, pepper
3. Rub mixture all over roast
4. Refrigerate uncovered overnight

Day Of:

1. Remove from refrigerator 2 hours before cooking
2. Preheat oven to 250°F
3. Place roast on rack in roasting pan
4. Insert meat thermometer

Cooking:

1. Cook at 250°F until internal temp reaches 120°F (about 15 mins per pound)
2. Remove from oven, tent with foil
3. Increase oven to 500°F
4. Return roast for 10 minutes for crust
5. Rest 30 minutes before carving

Au Jus:

1. Deglaze pan with wine
2. Add bone broth
3. Simmer until reduced by half
4. Strain and season

Pro Tips

• Calculate cooking time using the reverse sear method: 15 minutes per pound at 250°F
• Use a digital probe thermometer for perfect doneness
• Let rest for full 30 minutes before carving
• Cut against the grain for maximum tenderness