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Juicy Baked Beef Recipe with Pomegranate Citrus Glaze

Citrus Pomegranate Glazed Baked Beef

Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 50 minutes
Servings 8

Ingredients
  

  • 4 lb Beef Eye of Round Roast Trussed to keep shape
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil For rubbing
  • 1 tbsp Kosher Salt
  • 1 tsp Black Pepper Freshly ground
  • 1 cup Pomegranate Juice Unsweetened
  • 1/4 cup Brown Sugar Packed
  • 2 whole Tangerines Zested and juiced
  • 1 tbsp Dijon Mustard
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 tbsp Cornstarch Mixed with 1 tbsp water
  • 1/2 cup Pomegranate Arils For garnish

Instructions
 

  • Remove the beef roast from the refrigerator 1 hour before cooking to let it come to room temperature.
  • Preheat the oven to 325°F (165°C). Line a roasting pan with foil and place a rack inside.
  • Pat the beef dry. Using a sharp knife, lightly score the top fat cap in a diamond pattern (do not cut deep into the meat). Rub the entire roast with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
  • Place the beef on the rack fat-side up. Roast for approximately 60-75 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 115°F (46°C).
  • While the beef bakes, combine pomegranate juice, brown sugar, tangerine juice, tangerine zest, Dijon mustard, and minced garlic in a small saucepan over medium heat.
  • Simmer the glaze for 10 minutes until slightly reduced. Whisk in the cornstarch slurry and cook for another minute until thickened. Remove from heat.
  • Once the beef reaches 115°F, remove it from the oven. Increase the oven temperature to 425°F (220°C).
  • Generously brush the thickened glaze over the top and sides of the roast. Return to the oven and bake for 10-15 minutes, watching closely to prevent burning, until the internal temperature reaches 125°F (52°C) for medium-rare.
  • Transfer the roast to a carving board/platter. Tent loosely with foil and let rest for 20 minutes before slicing thinly against the grain.
  • Garnish with fresh pomegranate arils and tangerine slices before serving.