Authentic British Beef Sunday Roast Recipe for Dinner

Authentic British Beef recipe — Beef Sunday Roast. Imported from TheMealDB.

Medium
Updated March 14, 2026

4

servings

Medium

Difficulty

Authentic British Beef Sunday Roast Recipe for Dinner

Ingredients

Servings:
4
  • 1 kg beef roast (preferably ribeye or sirloin)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (for searing beef)
  • 4 cloves garlic (crushed)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary (chopped)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme (chopped)
  • 1 teaspoon salt (to taste)
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper (to taste)
  • 1 kg root vegetables (carrots, parsnips, and potatoes)
  • 500 ml beef stock (for gravy)
  • 2 tablespoons flour (for thickening gravy)

Instructions

5 steps

  1. Prepare the Beef

    Preheat your oven to 220°C (428°F). Rub the beef roast with olive oil, garlic, rosemary, thyme, salt, and pepper.

    Let the beef sit at room temperature for 30 minutes before roasting.
  2. Sear the Beef

    In a hot skillet, sear the beef on all sides until browned, about 2-3 minutes per side.

    Use a meat thermometer to check for doneness.
  3. Roast the Beef

    Transfer the seared beef to a roasting pan. Roast in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, then reduce the temperature to 180°C (356°F) and roast for an additional 45 minutes.

    Baste the beef with its juices halfway through cooking.
  4. Prepare Vegetables

    Chop the root vegetables into even pieces. Add them to the roasting pan during the last 30 minutes of cooking.

    Toss the vegetables in olive oil, salt, and pepper before adding.
  5. Make the Gravy

    Once the beef is cooked, remove it from the oven and let it rest. Use the drippings from the pan to make gravy by whisking in flour and beef stock.

    Strain the gravy for a smoother texture.

💡 Tips & Tricks

Tags: MainMeal

Storage & Reheating

❄️

Refrigerator

Up to 3 days in an airtight container

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Freezer

Up to 2 months — thaw overnight in fridge

🔥

Reheat in a skillet or microwave until heated through.

What to Serve With

Complete your british meal with these perfect pairings:

🍽️Mashed potatoes
🍽️Garden peas
🍽️Yorkshire pudding

About This Dish

Authentic British Beef Sunday Roast Recipe for Dinner is a beloved dish from British cuisine.

British cuisine has undergone a renaissance, combining traditional comfort dishes with modern innovation. Classic recipes often feature hearty, warming ingredients perfect for the British climate.

This recipe is rated medium difficulty and uses 10 ingredients. Intermediate cooks will enjoy the balanced challenge.

Frequently Asked Questions

Use a meat thermometer; it should read 60°C (140°F) for medium-rare.

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Nutrition Facts

4 serving(s) per recipe

Serving size1 serving
Calories650kcal
Total Fat35gg
Sodium800mgmg
Total Carbohydrates30gg
Dietary Fiber5gg
Total Sugars5gg
Protein50gg

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Values are approximate and may vary based on ingredients used.

Recipe Details

CuisineBritish
CategoryDinner