Pickle Brine Pot Roast (Printable Version)

A juicy pot roast marinated in tangy brine with savory vegetables for a flavorful main dish.

# Ingredient List:

→ Beef

01 - 3 lb beef chuck roast, trimmed
02 - 1 tsp kosher salt
03 - 1/2 tsp black pepper

→ Marinade

04 - 1 1/2 cups dill pickle brine
05 - 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
06 - 2 tbsp brown sugar
07 - 4 cloves garlic, smashed
08 - 1 tbsp whole grain mustard

→ Vegetables

09 - 1 large onion, sliced
10 - 3 carrots, peeled and cut into large chunks
11 - 3 celery stalks, cut into large chunks
12 - 1 lb baby potatoes, halved

→ Cooking

13 - 2 tbsp vegetable oil
14 - 1 cup beef broth

# How to Make:

01 - Pat the beef dry and evenly season all sides with kosher salt and black pepper.
02 - In a large bowl or zip-top bag, combine pickle brine, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, smashed garlic, and whole grain mustard. Submerge the beef in the marinade and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or preferably overnight.
03 - Preheat the oven to 325°F. Remove beef from marinade, reserving the liquid, and pat dry thoroughly.
04 - Heat vegetable oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Sear the beef on all sides until deeply browned, about 2 to 3 minutes per side.
05 - Remove beef and set aside. Add sliced onions, carrots, and celery to the pot and sauté for 3 to 4 minutes, scraping up browned bits from the bottom.
06 - Return the beef to the pot, nestling it among the sautéed vegetables. Add halved baby potatoes evenly around.
07 - Pour reserved marinade and beef broth into the pot. Bring the mixture to a simmer on the stovetop.
08 - Cover the pot and transfer to the preheated oven. Roast for 3 hours, until the beef is fork-tender.
09 - Remove from oven and allow beef to rest for 10 minutes. Slice or shred before serving with vegetables and pan juices.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • Unmistakable tangy flavor from pickle brine
  • Moist and juicy roast every time
02 -
  • Leftovers make excellent sandwiches the next day
  • Check Worcestershire sauce for gluten or fish if sensitive
03 -
  • Add a handful of sliced pickles during the last hour for extra zing
  • Try 1–2 sliced pepperoncini for a spicy kick
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