Quick Onion Pot Roast with Gravy
This Quick Onion Pot Roast with Gravy is a flavorful, tender beef roast cooked with onions and served with a rich, savory gravy. It’s an easy-to-make comfort food perfect for a weeknight dinner or family gathering.
Equipment
- Large Dutch oven or roasting pan, Knife, Cutting Board, Measuring Cups, Measuring Spoons, Spoon, Wooden Spoon, Tongs
Ingrediënten
- 3 lb beef chuck roast
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large onion sliced
- 1 cup beef broth
- ¼ cup red wine optional
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary chopped
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour or gluten-free flour for gluten-free version
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructies
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Heat olive oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
- Season the beef roast with salt and pepper.
- Sear the roast on all sides for 5-6 minutes, until browned.
- Remove the beef roast and set aside.
- Add the sliced onion and garlic to the pot and sauté for 3-4 minutes, until softened.
- Stir in the beef broth and red wine (if using), scraping the bottom of the pot to release any browned bits.
- Add the thyme and rosemary.
- Return the beef roast to the pot, placing it on top of the onions.
- Cover the Dutch oven with a lid and place it in the preheated oven.
- Roast for 1 hour to 1 hour 30 minutes, or until the beef is tender and can be easily shredded with a fork.
- Remove the roast from the pot and set aside.
- For the gravy, place the Dutch oven on the stovetop over medium heat.
- In a small bowl, mix the flour with a little water to make a slurry, then stir it into the liquid in the pot.
- Bring the gravy to a simmer, stirring constantly until it thickens to your desired consistency, about 5 minutes.
- Slice the roast and serve with the gravy poured over the top.
Notes / Tips / Wine Advice:
Serving Tip:
Serve with mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or a fresh green salad for a balanced, comforting meal.
Wine Advice:
Pair with a full-bodied red wine such as a Cabernet Sauvignon or a Syrah to complement the rich flavors of the roast and gravy.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 380 kcal | Carbohydrates: 15 g | Protein: 45 g | Fat: 15 g | Fiber: 2 g | Sugar: 4 g | Salt: 1.2 g