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This rotisserie prime rib is the best roast I have ever had. It’s tender, flavorful and cooked to just the right temperature. To add another layer of flavor I made a homemade creamy horseradish sauce which gave this dish a nice kick of freshness and spiciness elevating it to a whole other level! Let me show you how to grill the perfect garlic and herb rotisserie prime rib with this easy to follow recipe.
For more prime rib recipes, check out my reverse seared smoked prime rib. If. you don’t have a rotisserie tool, this is a great recipe to make for the holidays.
Table of Contents
- Ingredients list for the Rotisserie Prime Rib
- Step 1: How to Trim a Prime Rib
- Step 2: How to make a garlic and herb compound butter.
- Recipe Tip
- Step 3: How to grill the perfect rotisserie prime rib
- Step 4: Make a creamy horseradish sauce
- Products featured in the video
- Frequently Asked Questions:
- Other Holiday Recipes to Consider:
- Rotisserie Prime Rib Recipe
What is a prime rib? It’s basically a roast sized ribeye steak. The name “PRIME RIB” refers to the cut and not the grade of the meat. For example, you can have a Choice “Prime Rib” or a Prime “Prime Rib”. These are especially popular around the holidays because prime rib roast can feed a a whole dinner table. And when it comes to cooking it, think of it as big steak. Medium rare finish is best but feel free to cook it to your desired doneness.
If you don’t have a rotisserie tool, grilling a garlic and herb prime rib is a great alternative. If you are more of holiday turkey household, a classic butter and herb grilled turkey recipe is ideal.
Ingredients list for the Rotisserie Prime Rib
- Prime Rib: a bone in prime rib is best. The bones help to retain moisture and add flavor to the meat while cooking.
- Butter: room temperature unsalted butter is best to apply the garlic and herb mixture directly onto the trimmed prime rib. Adds flavor by creating a barrier on the meat’s surface. Make your own compound garlic and herb butter, store it and use it when needed.
- Fresh Herbs: rosemary and garlic are great compliments to a savory prime rib. Fresh herbs add an aromatic complexity that dried herbs will not achieve with the same amounts.
Step 1: How to Trim a Prime Rib
For this recipe I purchased a 3 bone in prime rib. You can purchase these boneless, but the bones make for a beautiful final presentation. To clean up this large piece of meat and expose the bones, remove the fat cap that is directly above the bones. This is a thick layer of fat that is not really edible so you’re not wasting anything.
Next, remove the fat from in-between each bone and scrape them clean. Remember, we’re doing this for a beautiful final presentation so take your time. If you’re not sure how to do this part, scroll down to see the full recipe video.
Finally, latch the prime rib onto the rotisserie skewers and it’s time to get the grill ready. I decided not to truss my prime rib since the skewers were holding it firmly. If your prime rib is loose or not held properly on the skewer, I highly recommend trussing the entire cut to help hold it together.
Step 2: How to make a garlic and herb compound butter.
The star of this dish is the butter spread that will cover the entire roast on the outside to create that flavorful bark.
In a mixing bowl, add 2 sticks of soft room temperature butter, rosemary, minced garlic and Dad’s Steak seasoning. The rub is the perfect blend of buttery, herby and savory notes that are perfect for this dish. Mix the ingredients together using a fork and set aside
Recipe Tip
A great alternative to Dad’s steak seasoning is either a different steak seasoning that is herby and peppery or Italian Herb seasoning. Make sure to add salt and peper.
Brush the entire outside of the prime rib with the butter mixture while it’s still soft. Make sure to get all sides and between the bones.
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Step 3: How to grill the perfect rotisserie prime rib
Preheat the grill to 250 degrees and set it for indirect heat. Depending on the size of your roast, the total grill process will take about 2-3 hours. I used my pellet smoker where I could attach the rotisserie adapter, however this recipe can be replicated on any grill or the oven. If using the oven, simply place the prime rib on a sheet pan and put it in the oven.
To complete this meal, I’ll be cooking my potatoes right under the spinning prime rib. As the butter melts and the fat renders out of the meat, the potatoes will absorb all that deliciousness. Place the potatoes on the grill and skewered prime rib right above it. Turn the rotisserie on and let her spin!
Once the internal temperature of the rotisserie prime rib reaches 110 degrees, it’s time to remove it from the grill. At this internal temperature, the prime rib will be perfectly cooked to a medium rare which is ideal for this cut of meat. If you like it more done, the outside edges will be closer to medium. A medium rare will have the succulent red middle and slightly more done outer parts for those that prefer more cooked meat. Trust me!
Let it rest for 20-25 minutes allowing the juices to redistribute throughout the prime rib.
Step 4: Make a creamy horseradish sauce
This horseradish sauce is optional for those that like a little bit of a kick with their rotisserie prime rib. The sauce is savory, fresh and spicy from the horseradish. It’s the perfect compliment to a slice of prime rib or grilled porterhouse steak.
In a mixing bowl, add freshly grounded horseradish, sour cream, mayo, a splash of apple cider vinegar and chopped chives. Mix the ingredients together until the liquid has a smooth consistency. Set in the fridge while the prime rib finishes resting.
Carve into that flavorful and tender rotisserie prime rib, serve with the potatoes and a side of horseradish sauce and enjoy!
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Frequently Asked Questions:
An ideal rotisserie prime rib should be removed from the grill once the internal temperature reaches 110 degrees. This usually takes 15-25 minutes per pound.
A great binder for prime rib is a garlic and herb compound butter. Add richness and fattiness to the meat plus helps brown the skin. Olive oil is a great alternative. Just sprinkle on the dried herb seasoning.
There are a few important steps to ensure a perfectly cooked prime rib. Cook to a medium rare. The done internal temperature should be 110 degrees. The meat will be tender and juicy. Use bone in prime rib for the additional flavor and moisture.
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Rotisserie Prime Rib
Ingredients
- 8 lbs Bone-in prime rib
Garlid and Herb Butter Ingredients
- 2 sticks Unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 2 tbsp Minced garlic
- 1 tbsp Freshly chopped rosemary
- 1 tbsp Dad's Steak Seasoning
Horseradish Sauce Ingredients
- 1/4 cup Sour cream
- 1/4 cup Mayo
- 2 tbsp Freshly ground horseradish
- 1 tbsp Apple cider vinegar
- 1 tbsp Chopped chives
Instructions
- Remove the prime rib from the packaging and pat it dry. Next, cut away the fat cap directly above the bones to expose them.
- Remove any fat and meat from between the bones and scrape them clean. This will give you a much nicer final presentation.
- Skewer the prime rib on the rotisserie and secure it in place.
- In a small bowl combine the room temperature butter, rosemary, garlic and steak seasoning. Pop this in the microwave for 10 seconds to soften in up and and make it spreadable.
- Brush the soft butter mixture all over the prime rib. Make sure to cover all sides including between the bones.
- Preheat the grill to 250 degrees and set for indirect heat.
- Place a small pan of sliced potatoes on the grill and the skewered prime rib right above it. Turn on the rotisserie and let it spin.
- Total cook time should be around 2-3 hours, depending on size. For a medium rare finish, remove the prime rib from the grill when the internal temperature reaches 110 degrees.
- Let it rest for 20-25 minutes before carving.
Homemade Horseradish Sauce Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, add freshly grounded horseradish, sour cream, mayo, a splash of apple cider vinegar and chopped chives and mix well.
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One of my favorite things to make on the rotisserie. The spinnig and self basting makes this prime rib so good! I hope you love it as much as we do!
My prime rib turned out sweet Thk u