The BEST Sirloin Tip Roast Recipe Ever! (2024)

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Cook a perfect sirloin tip roast with this recipe each and every time. Juicy, full of flavour and cooked to perfection, you can’t go wrong!

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Roasts are a classic comfort food, ideal for family gatherings and holiday meals. But making sure that the roast you serve is juicy, tender, and cooked to perfection can be somewhat intimidating – unless of course you have a great recipe!

Sirloin tip is a great budget-friendly cut of beef but it can be tough if prepared the wrong way. With this reader hit recipe we transform a economical cut of beef into tasty, juicy and tender restaurant quality fare.

This sirloin tip roast recipe is easy to prepare, requiring little hands-on work, resulting in an amazingly delicious meal that’s guaranteed to make your guests ask for seconds (or even thirds).

With just a few simple ingredients and some simple cooking tips from yours truly, this delectable sirloin tip roast will add great flavour while bringing everyone together at the table.

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1 Cooking Times for Sirloin Tip Roast

2 How to Cook a Perfect Sirloin Tip Roast

3 About the Roast Beef Recipe Ingredients

4 How to Store and Reheat Leftover Sirloin Tip Roast

5 Best Side Dishes to Serve with Sirloin Tip Roast

6 How to Make Sirloin Tip Roast

7 Sirloin Tip Roast

7.2 Instructions

7.3 Notes

7.4 Recommended Products

7.4.1 Nutrition Information:

7.4.2 Yield:

7.5 Did you make this recipe?

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Cooking Times for Sirloin Tip Roast

This recipe works perfectly for a 2-3 lb roast but if you need to adjust for a larger roast simply increase the cooking time by about 15 minutes per pound (add it to the time with the oven ON.)

Medium Rare should be 130 to 135 degrees Fahrenheit (55 to 57 degrees C).

For best results, pull your sirloin tip roast out of the oven at the following temperatures:

  • Rare: 115-120 degrees F
  • Medium Rare: 130-135 degrees F
  • Medium: 135-140 degrees F
  • Medium Well: 145-150 degrees F
  • Well Done: 150-155 degrees F

I do not recommend roasting beef past medium (see below the recipe), as it is the most flavourful and juicy when it is cooked between medium rare to medium.

Most recipes will have you pull your beef from the heat about 5 degrees below your intended doneness. Using the technique we do in this recipe, the beef will not continue to cook much more once removed to rest. Thus you will want to remove the beef only once it has hit your intended goal.

How to Cook a Perfect Sirloin Tip Roast

The secret to this sirloin tip roast recipe is to go low and slow while also carefully watching the internal temperature of the roast. You might think that making a crock pot sirloin tip roast is the answer, but it really isn’t.

Using a meat thermometer is key to roasting a perfect cut of beef. Do not try to wing it and go by the time given in the recipe. These are included as an approximation. It will change based on size, shape and weight of the roast along with from oven to oven.

If you use a meat thermometer you can expect to eat the best sirloin tip roast you have ever eaten.

  • Use a meat thermometer.
  • Bring your roast to room temperature before starting.
  • Feel free to experiment with the seasonings to best suit your taste.
  • Do not skip searing the roast, it helps develop flavour.
  • You can roast the sirloin tip directly in your cast iron pan or dutch oven for less dishes!
  • Do not cover your roast while cooking.
  • Minimise how often you open the oven to test.
  • Be sure to allow your roast to rest after you have removed it from the oven.

This has been a reader favourite recipe since I first published it in 2016, and for good reason! I hope you enjoy it as much as my family does too. You can also check out my beef tri tip roast that gets cooked to perfection on the smoker.

About the Roast Beef Recipe Ingredients

Here’s what you’ll need to cook the best Beef roast of your life:

Sirloin Tip Roast: I used a Sirloin Tip Roast for this recipe because it is a cheap cut that can be hard to cook right. This recipe should also work for any beef roast. 3lbs in kg is about 1.36kg.

Spices & Seasoning: I use a tons of herbs and seasoning as a crust on my roast, feel free to experiment or just go with plain old salt and pepper. I usually crust my roast and then sear it on and have never had problems with it burning or turning bitter, but you can certainly crust your roast after searing.

Oil: I use olive oil but vegetable oil works just as well. The oil works well for this recipe because it roasts at a low temp and the searing is pretty quick. If you find you have trouble with the crust smoking while searing, use vegetable oil instead.

Veggies: If you would like to cook your vegetables with the roast you can definitely do so. You will have to remove the roast when it is done and then turn up the heat to 425 degrees F for the veggies to finish roasting while the sirloin tip rests.

How to Store and Reheat Leftover Sirloin Tip Roast

According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service, pot roast that has been cooked can last for up to five days when stored in the refrigerator.

The pot roast should be stored in an airtight container or placed on a plate or dish covered with plastic wrap or aluminum foil to avoid contamination from other foods.

Leftovers can be kept in a freezer for up to 3 months when stored properly in an airtight container.

It is important to label your roast properly with the date it was frozen on, so it can be taken out of the freezer before it expires.

The best way to reheat roast beef is in the oven. Preheat the oven to 300 degrees Fahrenheit and wrap the beef loosely in foil. Heat the beef until it has an internal temperature of 120 degrees F. The time it takes to heat through depends on it’s weight.

Best Side Dishes to Serve with Sirloin Tip Roast

This sirloin tip roast can be served with anything you normally enjoy a roast with! Try one of these amazing side dishes to turn your sirloin tip roast into a complete meal:

Click here to see even more tasty side dishes to serve with beef roast.

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How to Make Sirloin Tip Roast

Serves 6-8

Ingredients:

  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 2 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1 teaspoon ground chile powder
  • 1 teaspoon tumeric
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon onion powder
  • 2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 2-3 lb sirloin tip roast, tied (1.1-1.4 kg)
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil, divided

Directions:

  1. Place the oven rack in the middle position and preheat the oven to 250°F.
  2. Combine all spices and seasonings together in a small bowl.
  3. Rub the roast all over with a tablespoon of oil before rubbing in the spice mixture.
  4. Heat the remaining oil in a large cast iron skillet or dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the roast and sear until browned on all sides, about 3 minutes per side.
  5. Transfer the roast to a wire rack set inside a roasting pan. Leave the pan uncovered.
  6. Cook for 1 hour and 20 minutes, or until the meat reaches 115°F on a meat thermometer.
  7. Turn the oven off, leaving the roast in the oven for another 40 minutes, or until the roast reaches an internal temperature of 130°F for medium-rare or 140° for medium.
  8. Remove the roast from the oven to a carving board, and cover loosely with aluminum foil and allow to rest for at least 15 minutes before carving.
  9. Slice the meat to desired thickness and serve.
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Yield: 6-8 servings

Sirloin Tip Roast

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 2 hours

Inactive Time: 15 minutes

Total Time: 2 hours 25 minutes

Cook a perfect sirloin tip roast with this recipe each and every time. Juicy, full of flavour and cooked to perfection, you can’t go wrong with an herb crusted roast like this!

Ingredients

  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 teaspoons dried oregano
  • 2 teaspoons dried basil
  • 1 teaspoon ground chile powder
  • 1 teaspoon tumeric
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 Tablespoon garlic powder
  • 1 Tablespoon onion powder
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 2-3 lb sirloin tip roast, 1.1-1.4 kg, tied
  • 2 Tablespoons Olive Oil, divided

Instructions

  1. Place the oven rack in the middle position and preheat the oven to 250°F.
  2. Combine all spices and seasonings together in a small bowl.
  3. Rub the roast all over with a tablespoon of oil before rubbing in the spice mixture.
  4. Heat the remaining oil in a large cast iron skillet or dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the roast and sear until browned on all sides, about 3 minutes per side.
  5. Transfer the roast to a wire rack set inside a roasting pan. Leave pan uncovered.
  6. Cook for 1 hour and 20 minutes, or until the meat reaches 115°F on a meat thermometer.
  7. Turn the oven off, leaving the roast in the oven for another 40 minutes, or until the roast reaches an internal temperature of 130°F for medium-rare or 140°F for medium.
  8. Remove the roast from the oven to a carving board, and cover loosely with aluminum foil and allow to rest for at least 15 minutes before carving.
  9. Slice the meat to desired thickness and serve.

Notes

This recipe works perfectly for a 2-3 lb roast but if you need to adjust for a larger roast simply increase the cooking time by about 15 minutes per pound (add it to the time with the oven ON.)

Medium Rare should be 130 to 135 degrees Fahrenheit (55 to 57 degrees C).

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Nutrition Information:

Yield:

18
Amount Per Serving:Calories: 356Total Fat: 21gSaturated Fat: 8gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 128mgSodium: 314mgCarbohydrates: 1gFiber: 0gSugar: 0gProtein: 38g

This information is provided as a courtesy and for entertainment purposes only. This information comes from online calculators. Although frugalmomeh.com attempts to provide accurate nutritional information, these figures are only estimates.

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FAQs

What is the best way to tenderize a sirloin tip roast? ›

Like all roasts and steaks, resting the sirloin tip roast after cooking allows the juices to redistribute inside the meat and keeps it tender. Don't skip it! Slice against the grain. This breaks up the muscle fibers, so each bite is tender as can be.

Is sirloin tip roast tough or tender? ›

The sirloin tip roast (also known as round tip roast) is cut from the hindquarters, adjacent to the sirloin. The sirloin tip roast is flavorful, but like most lean cuts, it can be tough and should be braised or stewed. The sirloin tip roast can also be used for kebabs or slowly oven-roasted at a low temperature.

What is the difference between a sirloin roast and a sirloin tip roast? ›

Leaner and less tender than top sirloin, sirloin tips are the most tender of all round cuts. Perfect on its own, this cut is also excellent for marinading. Thus, the ideal cut when you're looking to make (or enjoy) the most tender steak sub.

How do you smoke a sirloin tip roast so it is tender? ›

Place the sirloin tip roast (or Bradley rack) directly on the smoker grate and close the lid or door. Keep the smoke going for the entire time for best results. Be SURE to use a digital probe meat thermometer to monitor the temperature at the center of the meat. This cut is best served at no more than medium rare.

How do restaurants get sirloin so tender? ›

Restaurants often sear the steak on high heat to create a flavorful crust, and then finish cooking it in the oven to ensure even doneness [2]. This combination of high heat searing and controlled oven cooking helps to lock in the juices and maintain tenderness.

How to tenderize a sirloin tip roast before cooking? ›

- Marinate the roast in an acid-based mixture, such as olive oil, lemon juice, vinegar, and herbs. Acid helps to tenderize the meat. - Allow the sirloin tip roast to marinate in the refrigerator for at least 4-8 hours or overnight for optimal flavor and tenderness.

Why is my sirloin tip roast so tough? ›

Sirloin tip beef roast often gets labeled as a tougher cut of meat. This is due to the beef coming from the hindquarter of the cow where the muscles are used more often for movement. It's best for this cut of beef to be cooked low and slow to help break down the connective muscle fibers.

Is a sirloin tip roast a good cut of meat? ›

Sirloin Tip Roast | Lean. This boneless, lean cut is great value. Best when roasted and carved into thin slices. Given the name “Sirloin Tip” because anatomically it is located next to the tip of the Sirloin.

What is the cooking time chart for sirloin tip roast? ›

Oven Roasting Guidelines
beef cutSirloin Tip Roast
weight (pounds)3 to 4 4 to 6 6 to 8
Approximate Total Cooking TImeMedium Rare: 1-3/4 to 2 hours Medium: 2 to 2-1/4 hours Medium Rare: 2 to 2-1/4 hours Medium: 2-1/4 to 2-3/4 hours Medium Rare: 2-1/4 to 2-3/4 hours Medium: 2-3/4 to 3-1/4 hours
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What is another name for a sirloin tip roast? ›

Although its name suggests otherwise, this cut comes from the Round primal, and is found on the front end of the rear leg. Often fabricated into roasts, which are great when braised, but can also be cut into steaks or used for Ground Beef. Also known as Knuckle and formerly known as Round Tip.

What cut of beef is best for Sunday roast? ›

For roasts, the best cuts include rib (on the bone or boned and rolled), sirloin, top rump and fillet. For quick cooking, try fillet, entrecôte, rib eye, sirloin or rump steaks.

What is sirloin tip roast used for? ›

Sirloin tip roast comes from the hindquarters of the cow and is generally more tender and flavorful than top round roast, which comes from the rear leg. Sirloin tip roast tends to have more marbling and fat, making it juicier and more flavorful when cooked. It's often used for roasting or grilling.

How long do you smoke a 3 lb sirloin tip roast? ›

Lay the roast on a smoker rack and smoke for about 2½ – 3 hours, or until medium rare, with an internal temperature of 145°F. Remove the roast from the smoker and let rest for 10 minutes.

Is sirloin tip roast chewy? ›

You might think that by buying a less expensive cut of meat that you will end up with chewy, over-cooked, yucky beef, but that is SO not the case! A nice slow roast in the oven followed by a bit of time for the meat to rest yields tender, juicy, delicious meat every time.

What is the best wood for smoking sirloin tip roast? ›

I like to use maple, oak or mesquite for beef but any good flavored wood will work just fine. When smoking meat, I watch the internal temperature rather than the time. Since the sirloin tip roast is a lean cut of meat, I think a medium rare finish is the best.

How do you tenderize sirloin tip? ›

For a tender result, marinate the tips with Italian seasoning and garlic before grilling or sautéing them. Alternatively, enjoy sirloin tips and gravy by simmering them in a flavorful sauce. Slow cooker beef sirloin tips are a great option for convenience and tenderness.

How do you tenderize sirloin quickly? ›

On either a cutting board or some other cleanable surface, lay down a bed of salt the size of your steak. Place the steak on top, and completely cover it with salt. Let the salt work on the meat for 15 minutes ( NEVER go longer than 20 minutes). Rinse the salt off the steak thoroughly and pat it dry with a paper towel.

What is a good tenderizer for roast? ›

  • Pound it out.
  • Use salt.
  • Use an acidic marinade.
  • Use kiwi, papaya, or pineapple.
  • Score it.
  • Slow cook it.
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