Rock Salt Encrusted Prime Rib Recipe
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Rock Salt Encrusted Prime Rib

By: chuck dagel  
"This is one of the absolute best ways to taste what a real prime rib tastes like, and it's NOT like plain old roast beef!! This method also makes an extremely cool presentation that fascinates people with its looks. A big plus is that this method makes it easier to remove the rock salt from your roast. The only drawback I've found is that you can't really use the drippings for au jus or gravy because it's way too salty, so make that separately. Enjoy!"

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What to Drink?

Wine Merlot
Prep Time:
30 Min
Cook Time:
3 Hrs 15 Min
Ready In:
4 Hrs 35 Min

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Original Recipe Yield 15 servings
 

Ingredients

  • 20 pounds standing rib roast (weight with bones), top fat trimmed
  • 2 (1 ounce) packages dry onion soup mix
  • 2 tablespoons freshly ground black pepper
  • 8 cups rock salt
  • 8 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons crushed dried rosemary
  • 2 cups water, or more if needed
  • 1 (4 ounce) jar prepared horseradish, for serving
  • 3 (1 ounce) packages au jus gravy mix, for serving

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C).
  2. Rinse the roast and pat dry with paper towels. Mix the onion soup mix and pepper together in a small bowl. Rub the pepper mixture generously over all sides of the roast. Place the roast on a clean, dry baking sheet, and rest 30 to 45 minutes.
  3. Meanwhile, mix the rock salt, flour, rosemary together in a bowl. Gradually pour in the water and mix by hand (wear gloves if desired) to make a thick, sticky batter or paste. Add more water if necessary. Spread the salt batter into the bottom of a roasting pan to make a layer 1/2 to 3/4 inch thick., reserving 1 to 2 cups. Place the roast, bones facing down, in the middle of the batter in the pan. Pull the batter up and around the roast to completely cover the meat. Pat on extra batter if necessary. Insert meat thermometer into the roast with its gauge positioned to be visible from the front of the oven (or use a regular meat thermometer).
  4. Cook in preheated oven for 15 to 20 minutes. Remove, and use remaining salt batter to patch any holes or breaks in the coating.
  5. Meanwhile, prepare au jus according to package directions leaving out 1/4 cup water to boost flavor, and keep warm.
  6. Return roast to the oven, and cook until internal temperature reaches 130 degrees F (54 degrees C), or to desired doneness. Remove roast, and rest 20 to 30 minutes until internal temperature reaches 140 degrees F (60 degrees C). Chip off the crust and discard and then slice to serve. Serve garnished with horseradish and au jus.
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Reviewed on Feb. 19, 2008 by locopups 
I was very determine to find the BEST prime rib recipe and I found it. I've tried many prime... MORE
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Reviewed on Dec. 26, 2007 by Grandma_C 
This recipe is the greatest! I have always cooked Prime Rib for Christmas. and this is the... MORE
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Reviewed on Jan. 2, 2008 by Sharon 
This turned out awesome! The only thing I did wrong (was not thinking at all) was that I used... MORE
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Reviewed on Dec. 20, 2008 by Lisa 
I have been making prime rib for several years but this is now my favorite recipe. Be brave... MORE
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Reviewed on Nov. 29, 2008 by Leialohadm 
This was the most awesomely delicous prime rib I have ever tasted and what is even more... MORE
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Reviewed on Jan. 7, 2008 by Christine C 
I've never made prime rib before, and this was so easy, and so good!! I would recommend... MORE
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Reviewed on Jun. 20, 2008 by Vicky 
This is the best Prime Rib I've ever tasted. My family loved it. MORE
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Reviewed on Dec. 26, 2008 by Cajun Girl Supporting Member (Click to learn more about Supporting Membership)
Only way to cook a prime rib! My husband’s idea to fix this Christmas Day – wanted something... MORE
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Reviewed on Sep. 25, 2008 by Cristylee 
This by far has to be the best tasting prime rib roast I have ever made. It wasn't at all... MORE
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Reviewed on Dec. 26, 2007 by MT4SONS 
This is a great way to cook your Prime Rib. Great taste, tender and the family and friends... MORE

 
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