Boneless Rib Roast Recipe (2024)

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Cook up an unforgettable holiday dinner with our easy Boneless Rib Roast Recipe! It only takes 5 minutes to prep and three simple ingredients: beef, salt, and pepper. This is the best boneless rib roast that's so simple to make and packed with flavor!

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Boneless Prime Rib Recipe

When I say this is one of the easiest rib roast recipes you will ever make, I mean it! This recipe is a showstopper and perfect when served over creamy mashed potatoes or instant pot mashed potatoes.

This boneless rib roast recipe is as delicious as it gets. Using just salt, pepper, and a beautifully marbled cut of beef, I will show you how to make the juiciest, most tender rib roast. It's perfect for serving at Christmas Dinner.

This was my first time making a boneless prime rib and it turned out perfectly. My family was so impressed. Thank you for the step-by-step recipe. I will never make it any other way!

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Boneless Rib Roast Ingredients

  • Boneless rib roast
  • Sea salt
  • Freshly cracked black pepper

The key to cooking a beautiful roast is picking a cut of beef with perfect marbling.

Marbling refers to the white lines of fat running through the beef. The better the marbling, the more flavor your roast will have! Look for fine, web-like marbling.

TIP—Remove your roast from the refrigerator 30 minutes before cooking it and allow it to come to room temperature. This way, it will cook evenly!

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How to Cook a Boneless Rib Roast

  1. Preheat your oven to 450°F and pat your boneless rib roast dry with paper towels.
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    Generously season your roast with sea salt and black pepper. Give it a good coating.
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  2. Place the roast fat-side up on a pan with a roasting rack. Add it to the oven and cook for 15 minutes at 450°F.
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  3. Reduce the temperature to 325°F and cook for an additional 1 hour and 40 minutes (4 lb. roast).
  4. Once time is up, move the beef to a cutting board and tent it with foil loosely. Allow it to rest for 15 minutes under the foil.
  5. After resting, carve the beef against the grain for the best results. Serve, and enjoy!
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I tried this method after looking at all the various methods to cook this expensive cut of beef, afraid I'd ruin it. It came out fabulous! Thank you!

Holly

Boneless Prime Rib Roast Tips

  • Use a meat thermometer! This is a must for roast beef recipes to achieve your desired degree of doneness every time.
  • Allow your roast to room temperature before placing it in the oven. This way, it will cook evenly throughout.
  • Use a roasting pan with a rack so air can circulate the whole roast.
  • Let your roast rest! Once it's done roasting, tent your beef with foil and let it sit for 15 minutes before carving.
  • Slice against the grain. This is vital! The grain refers to the lines running through the beef. Slice against the grain for the most tender slices.

Boneless Rib Roast Cooking Time Chart

Cooking time will depend on the size of the roast:

  • 4 lb. roast: 15-minute sear + 1 hour 40 minutes cook time
  • 5 lb. roast: 15-minute sear + 1 hour 45 minutes cook time
  • 6 lb. roast: 15-minute sear + 1 hour 50 minutes cook time

Boneless Prime Rib Roast Temperature

DonenessTemperatureAppearance
Rare120-125°FBright reddish pink throughout
Medium-rare130-135°FPink throughout
Medium140-145°FSlightly pink at the center
Medium-well150-155°FMostly brown throughout, with some pink
Well-done150-155°FBrown throughout

For best results, always use a meat thermometer to measure the internal temperature. Follow our prime rib temperature chart.

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How to Season Prime Rib

A rib roast is so flavorful that I keep our seasoning simple: just salt and pepper. We recommend using sea salt. The taste and texture of sea salt are perfect and give it the perfect crust. Our prime rib rub recipe works well, too. I especially love it on grilled prime rib.

How Long to Thaw a Boneless Rib Roast

Place your rib roast in a pan in the refrigerator for at least two days before you plan to cook it so it thaws completely. For larger roasts, allow an additional day. Bring it to come to room temperature, then follow the roasting instructions!

You can easily make au jus with drippings to use for this recipe. Follow these instructions to make your au jus: Best Au Jus for Prime Rib.

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Boneless Rib Roast Recipe FAQ

How long will prime rib last in the refrigerator?

It will last 5 to 7 days in the refrigerator. For best results, store with au jus or beef gravy drizzled over the top. This will help keep it moist.

What tools do I need to roast a prime rib?

You will need paper towels to pat the roast dry, a baking sheet with a roasting rack, aluminum foil, a cutting board and knife, and your oven to cook prime rib roast.

Best Way to Reheat a Prime Rib Roast

  1. Preheat your oven to 250°F.
  2. Add leftover rib roast to a roasting pan with leftover au jus, beef gravy, or beef stock, and cover with foil.
  3. Place in the oven for 10 minutes or until heated through.
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Prime Rib Sauces

  • Horseradish Sauce
  • Au Jus
  • Red Wine Reduction Sauce
  • Garlic Butter Sauce

Use the sauces to make a fantastic Leftover Prime Rib Recipe!

Prime Rib Recipes

  • Slow Cooked Prime Rib
  • Sous Vide Prime Rib
  • Air Fryer Prime Rib
  • Instant Pot Prime Rib Roast
  • Standing Rib Roast
  • Smoked Prime Rib

See my guide to Roast Beef Cuts to find the best roast for your meal!

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Boneless Rib Roast Recipe

My boneless prime rib roast recipe is easy, tender, and so delicious! A perfect holiday meal.

Prep Time5 minutes mins

Cook Time1 hour hr 40 minutes mins

Total Time1 hour hr 45 minutes mins

Course: Prime Rib Recipes

Cuisine: American

Keyword: boneless prime rib, boneless prime rib recipe, boneless rib roast, boneless rib roast recipe

Servings: 8 servings

Calories: 774kcal

Author: Isabel Laessig

Equipment

  • Oven

Ingredients

  • 4-6 lb. boneless prime rib roast
  • 1 Tbsp. sea salt
  • 1 tsp. black pepper
  • OR our prime rib rub
  • au jus

See our Beef Temperature Chart for helpful tips on cooking any cut of beef!

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 450°F and pat your boneless rib roast dry with paper towels. Generously season your roast with sea salt and black pepper. Give it a good coating.

  • Place the roast fat-side up on a pan with a roasting rack. Add it to the oven and cook for 15 minutes at 450°F. Once 15 minutes is up, reduce the temperature to 325°F and cook for an additional 1 hour and 40 minutes (4 lb. roast).

  • Once time is up, move the beef to a cutting board and tent it with foil loosely. Allow it to rest for 15 minutes under the foil. After resting, carve the beef against the grain for best results. Serve, and enjoy!

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Notes

Boneless prime rib cooking time:

  • 4 lb. roast: 15 minute sear + 1 hour 40 minutes cook time
  • 5 lb. roast: 15 minute sear + 1 hour 45 minutes cook time
  • 6 lb. roast: 15 minute sear + 1 hour 50 minutes cook time

Tips for cooking a perfect prime rib roast:

  • Use a meat thermometer! This is a must for roast beef recipes, and especially for prime rib recipes, to achieve your perfect desired degree of doneness every time.
  • Allow your roast to come to room temperature before placing it in the oven. This way, it will cook evenly throughout.
  • Use a roasting pan with a rack so air can circulate around the whole roast.
  • Let your roast rest! Once it’s done roasting, tent your beef with foil and let it sit for 15 minutes before carving.
  • Slice against the grain. This is vital! The grain refers to the lines running through the beef. Slice against the grain for the most tender sliced prime rib.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 774kcal | Protein: 51g | Fat: 62g | Saturated Fat: 25g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 29g | Cholesterol: 188mg | Sodium: 1015mg

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  1. Linda D Zuckerman says

    if you want to serve the prime rib at medium rare, what temperature do you remove it from the oven before covering it with foil to rest? thank you for your anticipated response!linda

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    • Em Beitel says

      Hi Linda! If you want to serve it at medium-rare, remove it from the oven at 125°F. We have a prime rib temperature chart that will help out with some more info as well. Thank you for your question and enjoy!

      Reply

  2. Karen Halemano says

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    Came out perfect medium rare. Son in law enjoyed it.

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    • Em Beitel says

      That's awesome, Karen! Thank you so much for your comment - we're so glad to hear it!

      Reply

  3. Cindy Robert says

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    AWESOME!!!!!!!!! You are THEE best! Thanks so much for helping me out this Thanksgiving 2022 with my Prime Rib! DELISHIOSO!!!!!!!

    Reply

    • Em Beitel says

      This is so awesome, Cindy! We're so glad you enjoyed it! Have a great holiday season!!

      Reply

  4. Tom says

    I'm looking at the cook times and after the 15 sear @ 450 it appears as though you add 5 minutes to cook time for each additional pound over 4#. So am I wrong in the thinking that a 10lb boneless prime rib should be cooked for approximately 2hrs 10 minutes? Also are the rub ingredients and quantities based on a 4# roast as well?

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    • Em Beitel says

      Hi Tom! Thank you for your question! That's right - 15 minute sear at 450, then I would say approximately a 2 hour 10 minute cook time at 325 for medium rare.
      The rub quantities are based on a 5 pound roast (our smoked prime rib), but if you hover over the "6" in the quantity of the rib rub recipe, you can change the servings to be larger and it will automatically calculate the results for you.
      Enjoy!

      Reply

  5. Mike says

    I just found a standing rib roast for $3.99 a pound bone in. I had the butcher cut it up take the bone part out and then tie it back up for me. I consider myself a good cook but I never make the standing rib roast. If you have a United groceries outlet close to you that's where I got it.

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    • Em Beitel says

      That's a great tip! Thanks, Mike! And, enjoy!

      Reply

  6. Cyndy says

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    This recipe finally gave me the ability to roast a RARE Boneless Rib Roast. Thank You so much

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    • Isabel Laessig says

      This is wonderful to hear, Cyndy. I am so pleased you enjoyed it!

      Reply

  7. Mike Cooper says

    Will this work for other types of beef roasts? I have a big rump roast. For other types of roasts I usually slice thin.
    Thanks

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    • Isabel Laessig says

      Hi, Mike! Yes, it will work! You'll want to adjust the time slightly. Sear as instructed, but I would cook for about 1 hour and 53 minutes for a 6 pound bottom round/rump roast. Check at the 1 hour and 30 minute mark with a meat thermometer to make sure, as it might be done sooner than that.

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FAQs

How long do you cook a boneless prime rib at 350? ›

In a 350 degree F oven:
  1. Medium-rare: 15 to 20 minutes per pound.
  2. Medium: 20 to 25 minutes per pound.
  3. Medium-well: 25 to 30 minutes per pound.
Dec 20, 2023

How many people will a boneless rib roast feed? ›

ESTIMATING YOUR ROAST
ServingsBone-In RoastBoneless Roast
5–6 adults6 lb. (3 bones)5 lb.
6–7 adults7 lb. (3-4 bones)6 lb.
8–10 adults10 lb. (5 bones)8 lb.
10–12 adults14 lb. (7 bones)11 lb.
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Is boneless rib roast the same as prime rib? ›

Butchery: Both rib roast and prime are primal cuts of beef; however, prime rib recipes call for the cut to remain whole, whereas a butcher typically divides a rib roast into individual ribeye steaks. The rib roast is generally a boneless cut of meat, while prime rib comes with the bone still in it.

Do you cook a boneless prime rib fat side up or down? ›

Season boneless rib roast on all sides with salt and pepper. Place on a roasting rack, fat side up; roast for 15 minutes. Reduce heat to 325°F163°C and continue roasting approximately 2 1/4 hours for medium (when thermometer registers 135-140°F58-60°C before resting) or until desired doneness.

Is it better to cook prime rib at 325 or 350? ›

Start by cooking your prime rib at 500°F for 15 minutes and then lower the oven temperature to 325° F and cook for 10-12 min per pound for rare, or 13-14 min per pound for medium rare, or 14-15 min per pound for medium well. A meat thermometer is essential to ensure you cook it perfectly!

How long do you cook prime rib at 325 or 350? ›

Cooking prime rib per pound can vary based on different factors such as desired doneness, oven temperature, and the specific cut of meat. As a general guideline: - For rare: Cook at 325°F (163°C) for about 15-20 minutes per pound. - For medium-rare: Cook at the same temperature for roughly 20-25 minutes per pound.

How many does a 4 lb boneless prime rib feed? ›

If the roast is part of a holiday buffet, estimate that your guests will eat about half a pound per person. If it is the main course for a sit-down dinner, plan on one pound per person or one rib for every two diners.

What's the difference between a rib roast and a prime rib? ›

Commonly found at steakhouses, rib roasts and prime rib are two of the most luxurious and expensive cuts of beef. Both rib roast and prime rib come from the ribs of the cow, but one difference is that the whole rack of ribs makes up a standing rib roast, while only the ribs near the loin are cut and sold as prime rib.

Why is my prime rib always tough? ›

Overcooking the Prime Rib

That's why prime rib is so expensive: it's a huge piece of extremely good beef. Therefore, it's important not to cook it beyond medium-rare. Going past that temperature means the roast will no longer be tender.

Which is better bone-in or boneless rib roast? ›

Buying Bone-in or Boneless

I prefer to purchase prime rib with the bones still attached. While I do cut the bones off, I've found that bone-in rib roasts have more real-estate and are less trimmed down. I like this, because I get more control over prepping my roast.

What is another name for boneless rib roast? ›

Prime rib goes by several different names such as Boneless Ribeye Roast, Bone-in Ribeye Roast, Standing Rib Roast, Boneless Rib Roast, Boneless Prime Rib, Beef Bone-in Rib Roast, or any combination of those names.

Does boneless rib roast cook faster than bone-in rib roast? ›

How long does it take to cook boneless prime rib? One of the advantages of a boneless rib roast is the shorter cooking time. On average, it takes about 12 minutes per pound to cook it to medium-rare. A bone-in roast typically takes 15 minutes per pound.

Should you put water in the bottom of the roasting pan when cooking prime rib? ›

This will allow the meat to cook more evenly. Preheat the oven to 450°F. Pour 1-2 cups of water or beef broth in the bottom of a roasting pan. As the fat from the roast drips into the pan as it cooks, this will prevent it from burning in the bottom of the pan.

Should I sear a rib roast before roasting? ›

Searing is an important part of roasting a prime rib. Searing the roast first will kill the surface bacteria, which is a nice touch, especially when you are roasting at lower temperatures.

How do restaurants make prime rib so tender? ›

How do restaurants make prime rib so tender? The secret to restaurant-style prime rib is cooking the meat super slow at low temperatures. I recommend cooking prime rib at no higher than 200 degrees F. This cooks the meat very slowly, turning the fat into butter and rendering the proteins juicy and soft.

Does boneless prime rib cook faster? ›

A prime rib roast is the same as a boneless ribeye roast, only the bones have been cut away. I find cooking a boneless ribeye roast much easier than a standing rib. If you want a prime rib roast, this is the same cut, but no bones and it cooks faster!

What temp is medium for boneless prime rib? ›

A thermometer is the only way to guarantee perfectly cooked meat, and a good instant read thermometer is the best one for the job. Aim for 115 to 120°F for medium rare (125 to 130°F after resting), or 125 to 130°F for medium (135 to 140°F after resting).

What is the best temperature to cook a prime rib roast? ›

Start by cooking your prime rib at 500°F for 15 minutes and then lower the oven temperature to 325° F and cook for 10-12 min per pound for rare, or 13-14 min per pound for medium rare, or 14-15 min per pound for medium well. A meat thermometer is essential to ensure you cook it perfectly!

What temperature is rare for boneless prime rib? ›

For optimal flavor and texture, cook prime rib to medium rare or an internal temperature of 130-135 degrees F. Ideally, you want to remove the meat from the oven or grill when the temperature reaches 120-125 degrees F (rare) and let it rest for about 20 to 30 minutes before slicing.

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