If you’re looking for a new weeknight meal to try, this Rump Roast Recipe is just the thing. With fresh rosemary, coarse sea salt, and lots of garlic cloves, this dish can’t go wrong! I really believe that simple ingredients always work the best.
Who doesn’t love the smell of roast beef cooking in the oven (I also explain how to do it in a crock pot)? It’s known as the ultimate comfort food for a reason! Roast beef is not only simple to make, but it’s also a cheap weeknight meal that will feed your whole family and leave you with extras! If this is your first time cooking a rump roast, this will help you make the best dish!
This is a special cut of beef that tastes best when seared. Read on to learn how to do it!
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Looking for the best way to cook a Rump Roast? I think you’ll enjoy this tasty recipe with garlic, rosemary, and soft root vegetables. Read this step-by-step guide to make Rump Roast, whether you want to cook it in the oven, the slow cooker, or on the grill.
This is a great economical weeknight meal that will provide you with leftovers to enjoy throughout the week. To begin, add fresh rosemary (or other fresh herbs of your choice), garlic, and seasoning to a pan and turn it on high. Then, add your favorite roasted vegetables for an easy dinner that will feed the whole family! Just because you buy cheaper meat doesn’t mean it has to taste bad. If you really want to turn things up a notch, you can use the pan drippings to make gravy that goes great with the beef!
Rump roast is a flavorful budget-friendly cut of beef that comes from the back end of a cow. But this underappreciated roast can sometimes cause confusion when it comes to cooking. In this complete guide we’ll cover everything you need to know about rump roast, including what part of the cow it comes from, how to cook it for maximum tenderness, and some delicious recipe ideas.
Where Does Rump Roast Come From on a Cow?
Rump roast is cut from the back end or rump section of a cow, in the area known as the round primal cut More specifically, it comes from the upper part of the round, right before the tail This is a well-exercised area on the cow, so rump roast contains little marbling or fat.
Other common names for rump roast include:
- Bottom round roast
- Round tip roast
- Bottom round oven roast
The round primal comprises the entire rear leg of the cow. It’s divided into roasts like rump, top round, bottom round, and eye of round. Rump roast sits right on top of the round in the hindquarters. Whole rump roasts can weigh around 15 pounds, but they are often cut down to more manageable 3-4 pound roasts.
How to Cook Rump Roast for Tenderness
Rump roast needs special preparation when cooking because the muscles get a lot of use, making the meat tough But when cooked properly using moist heat methods, rump roast becomes fork-tender and full of flavor.
Braising
Braising rump roast in the oven is a great hands-off technique. Simply brown the seasoned roast on all sides in a Dutch oven first. Then add vegetables like onions, carrots and celery. Add broth to come halfway up the meat, cover, and braise at around 300°F for 2 1⁄2 – 3 hours until very tender.
Slow Cooker
An easier method is to sear the roast first, then let the slow cooker do the work. Place vegetables in the bottom of the slow cooker, then nestle the seared roast on top. Add enough broth to come halfway up the meat. Cook on low for 8 hours.
Pressure Cooker
Pressure cooking is a fast option. After searing and deglazing the pot, add broth to cover halfway and cook on high pressure for 60-90 minutes depending on size. Allow natural pressure release for maximum tenderness.
The key is to cook rump roast low and slow, around 300°F, until it reaches 200-210°F internally. This extended cooking allows the collagen in the meat to break down into gelatin, making it succulently tender.
Delicious Rump Roast Recipe Ideas
Rump roast may fly under the radar, but with the right prep, it can make for some seriously tasty meals. Here are some flavorful recipes to try:
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Italian Roast Beef – Rump roast coated in Italian herbs and spices makes perfect, juicy roast beef sandwiches.
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Beef Stew – When cut into cubes, rump roast cooked low and slow in the slow cooker or Instant Pot with veggies yields the ultimate beef stew.
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Classic Pot Roast – Braised in broth with carrots, onions and celery, rump roast becomes fall-apart tender for comforting pot roast dinners.
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Coffee and Chili Rubbed Roast – A flavorful dry rub of coffee, chili powder, cumin and brown sugar adds tons of flavor during cooking.
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Rump Roast Po’ Boys – Sliced rump roast cooked with tons of garlic then piled high on a crusty sub roll makes an amazing French dip sandwich.
So next time you’re browsing the butcher case, don’t overlook the economical rump roast. With proper preparation using moist heat, this cut can be just as tasty, juicy and tender as pricier roasts. Give rump roast a chance – you may just find a new favorite!
What is Rump Roast?
Rump Roast comes from the Round (hindquarters) of the beef. The rump is a strong muscle, and the best way to cook cuts of it is to cook them for a long time. This breaks down the connective tissues.
Rump roast is known for being an economical cut, making it the perfect weeknight family meal!
To grill a roast, follow similar steps to that of cooking a roast in the oven.
- To begin, sear the meat. Heat the grill on high and let it get nice and hot.
- When the grill is hot, put your seasoned rump roast right on it. Searing each side for 3-4 minutes.
- After you sear it, turn down the heat and cook it slowly over indirect heat. Turn off the burner right below the roast and lower the heat on the others. Continue to cook until your desired doneness is reached. Always use an instant read thermometer to find out how hot the meat is inside. As always, cook time will vary based on the size of your roast and how you like your meat done.
- You could bake potatoes, corn, maple-roasted carrots, or other vegetables to go with the beef if you’re cooking it on the grill.
How to Cook Rump Roast in the Oven
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- To brown the meat, put the seasoned meat on a hot Dutch oven for three to four minutes on each side. Do this several times so that all sides of the roast are seared. A great way to make a tasty rump roast is to brown it over high heat for a few minutes.
- While the vegetables are cooking, put the meat on a cutting board or platter. I like to serve this dish with brussels sprouts and carrots. Put the vegetables in the hot pan with a little olive oil. Then turn down the heat to medium. Cook the vegetables in oil for five to six minutes, until they get soft and a little brown.
- Clean out the pot: Now it’s time to use the flavor that the vegetables and meat gave you while they were cooking. Empty the pot of the brown bits that have stuck to the bottom by adding a cup of beef stock. Scrape all of the “liquid gold” out of the pot with a spatula or wooden spoon.
- The roast should be put back in the pot on top of the vegetables. Cover and cook. Put it in an oven at 275 F with a lid that fits tightly on top until it’s done the way you like it. Because you want the best roast, you want the oven temperature to be low.
- Let it rest for 15 minutes before cutting it up and serving. Once the roast is done, take it out of the oven and let it rest.
- Make the Gravy: If you want to make a crazy from the fat, carefully move the vegetables from the roast to a platter and set them aside. Put the Dutch oven on the stove and heat it up over medium-low heat. Whisk in 1-2 tablespoons of flour slowly until a gravy forms, which should take about 3 minutes. Note: Slowly add the flour while whisking the mixture all the time to avoid lumps.
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FAQ
What is another name for a rump roast?
What cut of beef is similar to a rump roast?
Is beef rump roast a good cut?
Which is better, chuck or rump roast?
What is a rump roast?
A rump roast is an extremely lean cut of meat that comes from a cow’s posterior end. It is often used for roast beef. Rump roasts, also called beef round roasts, are cuts of meat taken from a cow’s hindquarters near the loin.
What is a bottom round rump roast?
Bottom round, also known as round tip roast or rump roast, is a leaner cut that comes from the hindquarter of the cow. While it’s not as tender as some other cuts, it can be a good choice for pot roast or slow roasting.
Is rump roast a good cut of meat?
Bottom round and rump roast can be great cuts of meat whether you like the pungent flavor of smoked beef or the savory taste of pot roast. Despite their poor reputation, these cuts are a good source of protein which can be just as flavorful as some more expensive pieces of meat.
What is a top round roast?
Top round roast is another lean cut that works well for making tasty, thinly sliced roast beef. In fact, it’s the preferred cut for making the meat for a Chicago-style Italian beef sandwich. This cut of beef comes from the same beef primal section in the rump and rear legs as the bottom round and eye of round cuts.