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juicy prime rib roast with golden garlic herb crust on wooden cutting board

Prime Rib with Garlic Herb Crust

Juicy prime rib coated with a flavorful garlic herb crust, perfect for special occasions.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 45 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 5 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 850
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 4-pound prime rib roast
  • 5 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary chopped
  • 2 tablespoons fresh thyme chopped
  • 1 tablespoon kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1/4 cup Dijon mustard

Method
 

  1. Step 1: Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C).
  2. Step 2: In a small bowl, combine minced garlic, olive oil, rosemary, thyme, salt, pepper, onion powder, smoked paprika, and cayenne pepper.
  3. Step 3: Pat the prime rib roast dry with paper towels. Rub Dijon mustard all over the roast.
  4. Step 4: Evenly coat the roast with the garlic herb mixture, pressing it onto the meat.
  5. Step 5: Place the roast on a rack in a roasting pan, fat side up.
  6. Step 6: Roast in the preheated oven for 15 minutes, then reduce the temperature to 325°F (165°C).
  7. Step 7: Continue roasting until the internal temperature reaches 130°F (54°C) for medium-rare, about 1 hour 30 minutes.
  8. Step 8: Let the roast rest for 20 minutes before carving.

Notes

For best results, use a meat thermometer to ensure the roast reaches your desired level of doneness.