Keto Butter-Basted Rib Roast Recipe
Keto butter-basted rib roast that’s rich, juicy, and full of garlic flavor. A no-carb, high-fat meal perfect for holidays or a weekend dinner. Easy to prep, even easier to eat.
- Prep Time: 1 hour (includes bringing to room temp)
- Cook Time: 1 hour 30 minutes (varies by size and doneness)
- Total Time: 2 hours 30 minutes
- Yield: 4-6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course, Dinner
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American, Keto, Low-Carb
Ingredients
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1 bone-in beef rib roast (4 to 6 pounds)
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Salt (kosher preferred)
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Freshly ground black pepper
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6 cloves garlic, minced
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1/2 cup unsalted butter (1 stick)
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2 tbsp olive oil
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2 sprigs fresh rosemary
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2 sprigs fresh thyme
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Meat thermometer
Instructions
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Let the rib roast sit at room temp for 1–2 hours.
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Preheat oven to 450°F and line a roasting pan with foil.
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Mix softened butter, minced garlic, rosemary, and thyme in a bowl.
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Season the roast generously with salt and pepper on all sides.
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Heat olive oil in a cast iron skillet on medium-high. Sear all sides of the roast for 2–3 minutes each.
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Place roast in the pan, fat side up. Roast at 450°F for 20 minutes.
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Reduce oven temp to 325°F. Spoon butter mixture over the roast.
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Baste every 20 minutes until roast reaches desired internal temp:
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120°F for rare
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130°F for medium-rare
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140°F for medium
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Remove from oven and let rest for 20–30 minutes.
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Slice between the bones and pour remaining pan butter over the meat.
Notes
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Always rest your roast before slicing.
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Bone-in gives better flavor.
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Store leftovers in glass containers, not plastic.
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Reheat gently in a skillet with a little butter.
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Goes great with cauliflower mash or roasted Brussels sprouts.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 650 Sugar: 0g Sodium: 380mg Fat: 54g Saturated Fat: 22g Unsaturated Fat: 29g Trans Fat: 1g Carbohydrates: 1g Fiber: 0g Protein: 40g Cholesterol: 165mg
Find it online: https://www.wellnesswarrior.org/keto-butter-basted-rib-roast/