14/05/2026
Perfect for Shavuot, Yom Tov lunches, or any special family meal, this boneless rib joint roast is rich, tender, and full of flavour. Slow-roasted over onions and garlic, it creates beautifully juicy beef with incredible pan juices and a melt-in-the-mouth texture. It’s elegant enough for entertaining, yet simple enough to prepare with minimal fuss. Serve it hot with chimichurri and roasted potatoes, or slice it cold for an unforgettable deli-style platter the next day.
Boneless Rib Joint Roast (2kg)
Ingredients
1 kosher deli boneless rib joint (about 2kg)
2 large onions, sliced
8–10 garlic cloves, peeled
½ cup oil
3–4 tbsp oil, for the beef
2–2½ tsp salt
1 tsp black pepper (optional)
Method
Slice the onions and spread them across the bottom of a large oven-safe dish or roasting tray. Scatter over the garlic cloves. Drizzle with ½ cup oil and sprinkle lightly with salt.
Pat the rib joint dry with kitchen paper and place on top of the onions. Using a small knife, pierce the meat in several places. Rub over 3–4 tbsp oil and season all over with salt and black pepper, if using.
Preheat the oven to 200°C.
Roast the beef for 10 minutes at 200°C to seal the outside and create a crust. Reduce the oven temperature to 170°C and continue roasting for 55–65 minutes.
For best results, cook to temperature:
56–57°C for pink medium-rare / medium
58–60°C for medium
Alternatively, roast for approximately 20 minutes per pound at 170°C.
Remove from the oven, cover tightly with foil, and leave to rest for 20–25 minutes.
Slice thinly against the grain and spoon over the onions, garlic, and pan juices.
Start checking the temperature from around 50 minutes after lowering the heat.
If you don’t have a thermometer, aim for about 60 minutes after the initial 10 minutes for a pink centre.
If preparing for Shabbat, cook slightly less so it doesn’t overcook when reheated.
Delicious served with chimichurri, and leftovers are excellent cold as deli-style beef.
All ovens vary, so keep an eye on it. If you slice it and it’s too pink for your liking, return it to the oven for 5 minutes at a time.
Enjoy!
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