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Title: Roast Beef perfection!
Post by: FLBentRider on July 28, 2009, 04:06:59 PM
I took a 13lb Sirloin Roast. Salt, pepper.

4 hours of Oak.

Cooked @ 200F until an IT of 135F, about 6 hours total including the smoke.

FTC for 2 hours, into the refer for 2 days (I just didn't have time to deal with it)

I unwrapped it today and sliced...

(http://i276.photobucket.com/albums/kk7/flbentrider/bradley/DSCN3753.jpg)
Title: Re: Roast Beef perfection!
Post by: smokeitall on July 28, 2009, 04:15:17 PM
Yep I agree that appears to be perfection.
Title: Re: Roast Beef perfection!
Post by: NePaSmoKer on July 28, 2009, 04:22:32 PM
WOWSERS

Very nice FLB

nepas
Title: Re: Roast Beef perfection!
Post by: mikecorn.1 on July 28, 2009, 04:26:04 PM
YUM. Looks great.
Title: Re: Roast Beef perfection!
Post by: HawkeyeSmokes on July 28, 2009, 04:29:32 PM
Wow! That looks better than prime rib. Great job FLB.
Title: Re: Roast Beef perfection!
Post by: Ka Honu on July 28, 2009, 04:30:02 PM
Quote from: FLBentRider on July 28, 2009, 04:06:59 PM... into the refer for 2 days (I just didn't have time to deal with it)


You did the right thing - I did a standing rib roast pretty much the same way last week and found that while it was excellent served that night for dinner, it was even better as cold sliced roast beef the next day.
Title: Re: Roast Beef perfection!
Post by: westexasmoker on July 28, 2009, 04:35:40 PM
Thats a beauty FLB!

I'm getting a roast ready for tomorrow nights dinner...now I'm thinking I'm gonna need to let it rest a couple days after the smoke!

C
Title: Re: Roast Beef perfection!
Post by: FLBentRider on July 28, 2009, 04:41:57 PM
And here's the kicker, I bought that @ $1.98/lb since I was annoyed by brisket being $3.27

It is the same doneness all the way through, and it tastes awesome!
Title: Re: Roast Beef perfection!
Post by: Ka Honu on July 28, 2009, 04:49:23 PM
Quote from: FLBentRider on July 28, 2009, 04:41:57 PMIt is the same doneness all the way through, and it tastes awesome!

You've just found out the secret to deli and restaurant roast beef.  Low temp (200-220o) roasting to the desired IT does that and has the added advantage of preventing the 15% shrinkage you get roasting at the "standard" 325-350o.  Also works for similar lamb and pork cuts.
Title: Re: Roast Beef perfection!
Post by: degenerazn on July 28, 2009, 04:52:44 PM
dang, that really is perfection.  Only 6 hours of total cook time?  Did you inject prior to smoking?  And did you catch all the drippings to make Au Jus?
Title: Re: Roast Beef perfection!
Post by: Up In Smoke on July 28, 2009, 05:04:11 PM
Dang it FLB, you just totally ruined my hot dogs :D
Great job, Me thinks me just found the maiden voyage for the new OBS.
as soon as i am done seasoning of course.
Title: Re: Roast Beef perfection!
Post by: FLBentRider on July 28, 2009, 05:12:22 PM
It was as simple as the original post.

13LB Beef Sirloin roast
Kosher salt
fresh cracked pepper

I unwrapped the roast, patted dry, a little S&P and
Into OBS @200F four hours of Oak.


I saved the juice for dipping, but it is so juicy there is a puddle on the slicer!

The DW is out for the evening, so I fed it to the kids with a side of Cheez-Its  :D ;D :o ::)
Title: Re: Roast Beef perfection!
Post by: FLBentRider on July 28, 2009, 05:19:02 PM
Quote from: Ka Honu on July 28, 2009, 04:49:23 PM
Quote from: FLBentRider on July 28, 2009, 04:41:57 PMIt is the same doneness all the way through, and it tastes awesome!

You've just found out the secret to deli and restaurant roast beef.  Low temp (200-220o) roasting to the desired IT does that and has the added advantage of preventing the 15% shrinkage you get roasting at the "standard" 325-350o.  Also works for similar lamb and pork cuts.

I tried this once before and left it in too long. I was pretty much ruined.. well done.

I pulled it @ 4AM when I got up to check it and empty/refill the water bowl. I was not expecting it to be done so fast.
Title: Re: Roast Beef perfection!
Post by: HawkeyeSmokes on July 28, 2009, 05:35:05 PM
Now you got me thinking I need a slicer. Just thinking about that sliced thin on good bread or a roll, heaven.  ;D
Title: Re: Roast Beef perfection!
Post by: Ka Honu on July 28, 2009, 05:55:02 PM
Quote from: HawkeyeSmokes on July 28, 2009, 05:35:05 PMNow you got me thinking I need a slicer. Just thinking about that sliced thin on good bread or a roll, heaven.  ;D

I've got a Chef's Choice 610 - it's their "low end" model (about $100) but worth about 6 of the cheaper plastic things you get for $50 and throw away after a week or so.  I don't know what I'd do with pastrami, roast beef, or other sandwich makings without it.
Title: Re: Roast Beef perfection!
Post by: HawkeyeSmokes on July 28, 2009, 06:50:34 PM
Quote from: Ka Honu on July 28, 2009, 05:55:02 PM
Quote from: HawkeyeSmokes on July 28, 2009, 05:35:05 PMNow you got me thinking I need a slicer. Just thinking about that sliced thin on good bread or a roll, heaven.  ;D

I've got a Chef's Choice 610 - it's their "low end" model (about $100) but worth about 6 of the cheaper plastic things you get for $50 and throw away after a week or so.  I don't know what I'd do with pastrami, roast beef, or other sandwich makings without it.

Thanks Ka Honu, I been looking at a Waring Pro but this looks just as good or better for half the price. Might just pull the trigger on it.  :D
Title: Re: Roast Beef perfection!
Post by: Smokin Soon on July 28, 2009, 06:59:52 PM
I've got the lowest in the slicer bunch. A 25 buck Rival from Wallymart. It get the job done if you know how to use it. It does my slab and Canadian bacon pretty well, but I did see a slicer at costco for 79.95 that  was allot more professional. I forgot the name.
Title: Re: Roast Beef perfection!
Post by: easyridinole on July 29, 2009, 03:34:03 AM
Good job FLBR!! That looks really, really good!

Ole
Title: Re: Roast Beef perfection!
Post by: deb415611 on July 29, 2009, 03:36:23 AM
 Nice FLB!   

Title: Re: Roast Beef perfection!
Post by: twl on July 30, 2009, 03:41:06 PM
I have a 4-5 lb sirloin roast I want to serve Saturday evening. I've been reading the various posts on the subject and here is my plan for you guys to critique.

Take roast from frig and let stand for 45 minutes to get near room temp.
Liberally Salt (Kosher) and Pepper (fresh ground black) on full exterior.
Smoke for 4 hours Oak, Hickory or Mesquette - I'm kinda at a loss here as to what is best with beef.
Cook about 2 hours/ pound @ 200 deg F. In this case 4lb X 2hrs = 8 hours
Regardless of actual time in DBS, it's done when internal temp reaches 135 deg F for med rare
FTC until ready to serve. Try to finish 2 hours before serving to allow meat to stabilize.

Are there other rubs that you like?
Is 2 hours/pound @ 200 deg F in the ball park?
I know wood is personal preference, but what is usually best on beef?
Any tricks you guys can share?

twl
Title: Re: Roast Beef perfection!
Post by: Ka Honu on July 30, 2009, 03:54:02 PM
Depending on how smoky you want your meat, 4 hours may or may not be a bit much.  My last rib roast was in the smoke for 2.5 hours and that was about the max for SWMBO's taste.  As to total time, two hours per pound is probably too long for planning purposes.  I'd say your total time will be closer to 45 minutes per pound (depending on the usual variables).
Title: Re: Roast Beef perfection!
Post by: FLBentRider on July 30, 2009, 04:44:05 PM
I think 2hr/lb is way over.

I did a 13Lb roast @ 200F and it was done in 6 hours.

More like 1/2 hour per pound.

I would set the alarm on the ET-73 @  130F and then watch it from there.

There is not a lot of connective tissue, it comes up to temp faster.
Title: Re: Roast Beef perfection!
Post by: westexasmoker on July 30, 2009, 04:55:06 PM
I agree with FLB, ya wanna hit 135-145 IT with roast...some will take longer depending on the cut, (like a chuck or a large arm can be almost like a brisket)  but most won't take as long as what ya think!

C
Title: Re: Roast Beef perfection!
Post by: twl on July 30, 2009, 05:41:30 PM
Thanks guys.

I'll drop time to 45 min/lb, but watch IT with alarm @ 130 deg F. Does that meke better sense?

What about rubs?
Title: Re: Roast Beef perfection!
Post by: FLBentRider on July 30, 2009, 05:58:30 PM
All I used was Kosher Salt and Fresh cracker pepper.

Use anything you like.
Title: Re: Roast Beef perfection!
Post by: Ka Honu on July 30, 2009, 08:16:50 PM
Quote from: twl on July 30, 2009, 05:41:30 PMI'll drop time to 45 min/lb, but watch IT with alarm @ 130 deg F. Does that make better sense?

Of course it does; you'll be following Rule #1 (When it's done, it's done).

Quote from: twl on July 30, 2009, 05:41:30 PMWhat about rubs?

I agree with FLBR - salt & pepper work just fine for a nice piece of beast.
Title: Re: Roast Beef perfection!
Post by: Habanero Smoker on July 31, 2009, 01:54:19 AM
I like to finish my roast in the oven to give them a crust. Here is how I smoke/roast a roast.

Smoked Top Loin (http://www.susanminor.org/forums/showthread.php?t=446)
Title: Re: Roast Beef perfection!
Post by: twl on August 01, 2009, 12:53:48 PM
Now that the smoker is up and going with my sirloin roast, let me ask this Q. I trimmed off all the fat, but my wife is worried that the roast will then be too dry when finished. One suggestion was to put the fat back on top of the roast after smoking phase. I put an AL tray under to catch the drippings. It could catch the fat drippings as well. What do you think?
Title: Re: Roast Beef perfection!
Post by: FLBentRider on August 01, 2009, 02:08:51 PM
I did the roast as it came out of the package.

The fat=flavor. I might trim it before I eat it.

Putting in back on the top might help. It depends on how you like your beef. Rare rules around here, and the low temps should help keep it moist.

If you lean toward well done, I'm not sure how to keep it moist.
Title: Re: Roast Beef perfection!
Post by: Habanero Smoker on August 01, 2009, 02:15:23 PM
When I smoke Top Loin, I trim all the fat, but I use a paste with egg in it (wet rub). If you going for rare or medium rare, my choice is to cut it off first, rather they cut it off at the table and loose bark. If kept at those doness temperatures it will remain moist.
Title: Re: Roast Beef perfection!
Post by: OU812 on August 04, 2009, 01:01:21 PM
WOW

Now thats what I call PERFECTION

I did a standing rib roast kinda like that earlyer this summer   Mmmmm Good