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

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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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Elizabeth Lampman is a coffee-fuelled Mom of 2 girls and lives in Hamilton, Ontario. She enjoys travelling, developing easy recipes, crafting, taking on diy projects, travelling and saving money!

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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 a good cut of roast? ›

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 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 the best way to cut a sirloin tip roast? ›

SIRLOIN TIP ROAST
  1. This cut requires a very sharp carving knife.
  2. Again, be sure to slice across the grain. This shortens the fibre and guarantees a tender piece of meat.
  3. Slice each piece ¼” thick minimum, to ensure each slice is juicy and flavourful.
  4. Want to try something different than just roast beef slices?
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How do restaurants get sirloin so tender? ›

Most fine restaurants age their beef to intensify the flavor and improve the tenderness of the cut. Wet aging is done by vacuum packing the meat and letting it age in its own juices. Wet aging is done by more than 90% of fine steakhouses.

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.

What is the secret to a perfect roast? ›

The secret to making tender roast beef:

It's all about cooking low and slow. With a cut of meat like this, a longer cook time will give you better, more tender results. Ideally, all roasted meats would be seared on all sides in a hot skillet to develop a golden, delicious crust.

What is another name for 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.

Which is better, top sirloin or sirloin tip roast? ›

Adjacent to the top sirloin cut, you'll find the sirloin tip. 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 long do you cook a 3 lb roast at 325 degrees? ›

Do not cover while roasting. Roast at reduced heat: reduce the heat to 325°F. If your roast is 4 pounds, roast it for 1 hours 45 minutes more for medium, or 2 hours for medium well done. If your roast is more or less than 4 pounds, roast it for approximately 25 to 30 minutes per pound for a medium roast.

How long to cook sirloin tip roast at 275? ›

How to Cook Sirloin Tip Center Roast on Your Traeger. Set your Traeger to 275 degrees Fahrenheit and roast for 90 to 120 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 135 degrees for medium-rare, or 150 degrees for medium.

Is it better to cook a roast at 325 or 350? ›

When roasting meat and poultry, set the oven temperature to 325°F (163°C) or higher. Explore the charts below to learn how to get great results every time you cook.

Is sirloin tip roast more tender than round roast? ›

The top round is on one of the six major sections in which round cuts can be divided. Its lies in the inside of the leg and is more tender than the sirloin tip, bottom round, and eye of the round. Sirloin is defined as a cut of beef that lies between the very tender short loin and the much tougher round.

Do I remove the string from sirloin tip roast? ›

At this point, take your roasted sirloin tip out of the oven and allow it cool for 20 minutes. This process will allow the juices to settle into the beef. You can then put it on your cutting board and remove the twine. It's time to cut, serve, and enjoy your roast.

Is sirloin tip a tough cut of meat? ›

Is a sirloin tip steak tough? Sirloin tip is less tender than top sirloin but is the most tender of the round cuts. Because it is low in fat, like a round steak, I suggest you marinate it for 2-4 hours before cooking.

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 can I add to roast to tenderize it? ›

Broken muscle fibers equals tender roast. Additionally, salt has a similar effect on the muscle fibers. So if you (like me) err on the side of salty seasoning that can also help your cause and yield a tender and flavorful roast. Balsamic vinegar was the tenderizer of choice for this perfect pot roast.

Does sirloin get more tender the longer you cook it? ›

However, sirloin has quite a bit less fat content than a ribeye steak because it doesn't have as much fat marbling running through it. This keeps it from getting as tender during quick cooks, but if you don't mind waiting longer for it to cook, its fibers can loosen up over time.

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