Balsamic Roast Beef Recipe
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Balsamic Roast Beef Recipe – So simple and delicious, you’ll definitely want left overs of this balsamic roast beef recipe for all those scrumptious leftover meals!
Okay, this. This needs to be on your menu immediately. No kidding.
By now, you’ve probably noticed that I really love my slow cooker. I also really, really love simple roast beef recipes. And when you marry the two you get the easiest slow cooker roast beef recipes you could ever imagine.
I fall in love with them more every single time I make them. But this. This balsamic roast beef recipe really has become a family favorite.
If you love chuck roast recipes that are different from the one you’ve made week in and week out and love the ease of slow cooker and crock pot recipes, then I think this is one slow cooker beef recipe that you are truly going to love, too!
Full of flavor, but not in a way that is overpowering by any means, my balsamic roast beef recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or a slow Sunday supper.
And the leftovers? You definitely want to have leftovers of this roast beef – or do like I’ve done in the past and cook two just to be sure that you do!
I’m all about simple recipes that I know will be loved when I serve them. When they are routinely requested for supper, I know I’ve done something right. And this recipe falls into that category.
This is one of the few recipes on the blog that I also share in my cookbook and is one that many of you have loved as well.
One of the things I love most about this recipe is that my balsamic roast beef recipe doesn’t require any browning of your beef before adding to your slow cooker or anything of that nature.
How to Make the Best Balsamic Beef
You simply add your roast beef to the slow cooker, mix and pour in all of your liquid ingredients, toss in your garlic and turn on your slow cooker. How easy is that?
After it has cooked, remove your roast beef with tongs into a serving dish. I then like to just use two forks to break the meat that hasn’t already fallen apart into pieces. It is so tender, it practically falls part! Then, I spoon some of the gravy over the meat and serve.
But, be sure to pour the remaining gravy into an airtight container and place in your refrigerator to use for another meal – like these Balsamic French Dip Sandwiches!
Here’s the recipe for my Balsamic Roast Beef. I can not wait to hear how you like this one!
Balsamic Roast Beef Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 (3-4 pound) boneless roast beef (chuck or round roast)
- 1 cup beef stock or broth
- 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce or coconut aminos
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 4 cloves garlic, chopped
Instructions
- Place roast beef into the insert of your slow cooker. In a 2-cup measuring cup, mix together all remaining ingredients. Pour over roast beef and set the timer for your slow cooker. (4 hours on High or 6-8 hours on Low)
- Once roast beef has cooked, remove from slow cooker with tongs into a serving dish. Break apart lightly with two forks and then ladle about 1/4 – 1/2 cup of gravy over roast beef.
- Store remaining gravy in an airtight container in the refrigerator for another use.
Notes
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
Enjoy!
Robyn xo
Can an arm roast be used? Will it shred like the others?
Thanks.
I’ve not used an arm roast with this recipe, Christina. Enjoy!
Hello, can I cook this dish in the oven instead of a slow cooker? I guess I would have to add more liquid ?
Pretty darn good. I will be making this again for sure! How I made my gravy is I melted two tablespoons butter in a sauce pan then two tbsp flour to make the roux then a cup of juice from the roast. Let that simmer till you like it. I put the meat on a bed of mashed potatoes then put some browned buttered corn with paresely on top then I drizzled it with that gravy. Omg it hit the spot
This was wonderful. A perfect combination of flavors. I am a good cook but always looking for new ideas. My family is not big roast beef eaters but this time there was none left. Served the beef with mashed potatoes and used the sauce as gravy. Super meal. Thank you.
This is the EASIEST and BEST roast I’ve ever made!! I made it for Christmas dinner and not only did my parents and in-laws love it so much that they asked for the recipe, but they talked about it to their friends who also asked for the recipe. My super-picky youngest daughter even went back for seconds (which she NEVER does for meat), and she said “mama, it’s so good!”. Made my heart smile…
When I made it, I browned it in a heavy dutch oven then cooked it in the oven for 3 hrs on 350. I added a diced onion under the roast, a whole sprig of rosemary, and a package of fresh baby portabella mushrooms (halved). I’m making it again today without adding the mushrooms and can’t wait for dinner tonight! Thank you for such a phenomenal recipe. It will be our Christmas dinner recipe every year from now on!
I’m so happy to hear that you and your family enjoyed it, Pey! Thanks!
Is there some way to make this in the instant pot?
I do have a recipe for it Marisol…its my Pressure Cooker Balsamic Roast Beef.
Enjoy!
This sounds so good! I found the recipes while looks for shoulder roast recipes. How would this do with a shoulder roast?
The roast and sandwiches look awfully good.
I’ve used this recipe several times, for my household and for guests. It is easy to prepare and the taste is absolutely wonderful! The meat is juicy and tender. We eat with hoagie buns or smother it with servings of mashed potatoes. Fabulous meal! This recipe makes anyone get compliments as if they were a professional chef 👨🍳 Brava
First time making it and wow it came out delicious 😋 my family loved it!
So glad you liked it Andrea! xo