A perfectly cooked roast sirloin of beef is a true Christmas Day classic. Served with golden Yorkshire puddings, crisp roast potatoes and all your favourite festive trimmings, it’s a showstopping centrepiece that’s guaranteed to bring everyone to the table. Ideal for special occasions, this traditional roast delivers rich flavour and plenty of festive comfort.
READY IN 30 MINUTES SERVES 8
Ingredients:
1 sirloin roasting joint
Olive oil
Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
Olive oil
Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
Method:
- Remove the beef from the fridge around an hour before cooking to allow it to come to room temperature.
- Rub the joint with olive oil and season generously with salt and pepper.
- Roast in a preheated oven until cooked to your preferred level.
- Once cooked, transfer the beef to a board, cover loosely with foil and leave to rest before carving.
- Carve the beef into slices and serve with the Yorkshire puddings, roast potatoes, seasonal vegetables and rich gravy.
Top Tip: Resting your beef before carving helps to keep it tender and juicy, making every slice even more delicious.