Red- Eye Beef Roast

Jun 09, 2023June 9, 20230 0

Red-Eye Beef Roast Recipe for a Hearty Lunch or Dinner

by The Chefin Beef

Prep

10 min

Cook

2 hr 30 min

Ready In

2 hr 40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

540

Sugar

Fat

34g

Red-Eye Beef Roast is a classic Southern dish that originated in the 19th century. The dish gets its name from the red-eye gravy, a tangy and flavorful sauce made from pan drippings, coffee, and vinegar. The beef roast is slow-cooked in the oven until it is tender and juicy, then served with the red-eye gravy. This dish is often served with grits or mashed potatoes and is a staple of Southern comfort food.

Instructions

1.	Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C).
2.	In a Dutch oven or roasting pan, heat canola oil over medium-high heat.
3.	Brown beef on all sides in the hot oil.
4.	In a small bowl, dissolve onion soup mix in 2 cups of water and pour over beef.
5.	Add 1/2 cup of water to the pan and cover tightly.
6.	Bake for 2 to 2 1/2 hours or until beef is tender.
7.	Remove beef from pan and keep warm.
8.	In a small saucepan, combine cider vinegar, hot sauce, and flour until smooth.
9.	Gradually stir in the cooking juices and cook until thickened and bubbly.
10.	Serve the red-eye gravy with the beef.

PROS

This beef roast recipe is hearty and delicious, perfect for a satisfying lunch or dinner.

The red-eye gravy provides a tangy and flavorful complement to the tender beef.

It is easy to make and requires minimal ingredients.

CONS

This recipe takes a few hours to prepare and cook, so it may not be suitable for a quick meal.

The beef roast is high in fat and cholesterol, so it should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Beef is a good source of iron, zinc, and vitamin B12, which are essential for maintaining healthy blood cells and nerves.
However, it is also high in saturated fat, which can be detrimental to heart health if consumed in large amounts.
The red-eye gravy contains vinegar, which has been linked to improving insulin sensitivity and reducing inflammation.

	1 boneless beef eye round
	1 tablespoon canola oil
	2 1/2 cups water ( divided )
	1 envelope onion soup mix
	3 tablespoons cider vinegar
	2 tablespoons louisiana hot sauce
	2 tablespoons all-purpose flour