Peppered roast beef
- 105 Minutes
- Easy
- Beef
When it comes to roast beef, you have to get the flavours right and this punchy peppered roast beef recipe does just that. The kick from the peppercorns works harmoniously with the juicy and meaty flavour of the meat to create an amazing and simple holiday season meal for the whole family. Add some hearty winter sides and you’ve got the perfect roast.
Cooking Method
- Pre-heat the oven to 220C/200C fan/gas 7.
- Rub the olive oil on the beef then roll it in the crushed peppercorns to coat it.
- Put the joint in a roasting tin and cook for 20 mins. Turn down the heat to 160C/140C fan/gas 3 and cook for an additional 40 mins for rare meat, 45 mins for medium, or 55 mins for well done meat.
- Remove the beef from the oven and leave it to rest, covered, for at least 20 mins before carving into thin slices.
The Ingredients
- 2kg of topside beef joint
- 2 tbsp of olive oil
- 3 tbsp of mixed peppercorns
What to serve with peppered roast beef
Roast topside beef is highly versatile and goes well with a wide range of tasty side dishes. We think some of the best sides to serve with peppered roast beef are:
- Roasted potatoes
- Brussel sprouts
- Glazed carrots
- Green beans
- Yorkshire puddings
