Perhaps the simplest beef pot roast you can make in a dutch oven. All you need is roasting beef, onion, carrot, salt & pepper to season.
This is likely the easiest beef pot roast you’ll ever prepare. With just a roasting cut of beef, a large onion, a handful of carrots, kosher salt, freshly ground pepper, and a little olive oil, you can create a deeply flavorful, tender roast right in your oven or on the stovetop.
If you want a version with more aromatic spices, try a spiced variation for an alternative flavor profile.
How to make the Simplest Beef Pot Roast
You’ll need a heavy-duty dutch oven for best results. If you don’t own a dutch oven, use any heavy-bottomed pot with a tight-fitting lid. This recipe relies on the meat and vegetables releasing their own juices, so no additional liquid or wine is necessary.
Leave the carrots whole rather than cutting them; they roast alongside the beef and absorb great flavor. The roast will become tender and develop a natural gravy from the pan drippings—no added flour required.
