Dill Pickle Roast Beef
Dill Pickle Roast Beef is one of the easiest slow cooker recipes you will find. If you have ever had a German pickled beef like Sauerbraten, you will get what the inspiration is behind this recipe. Grab that jar of pickles, roast, and your slow cooker and get ready for an incredible dinner, 8 hours later.
A friend and I were chatting about slow cooker recipes the other day. She mentioned that she tried roast beef slow cooked in dill pickles at her mother-in-law’s place and raved about how good it was. I was intrigued. Could it be that simple as throwing a jar of dill pickles and a cut of beef into a slow cooker? Would it taste too “pickled”? I decided I would find out.
Incredible Dill Pickle Roast Beef Recipe
Once she shared how to make this simple pot roast with pickles, I knew the curiosity would kill the cat if I didn’t try it. I ran to the store, grab my roast, pickles, and headed home.
It did feel a bit weird taking a jar of pickles and dumping it on a roast and then leaving it to cook for 8 hours. But, I trusted the process and thought worst case scenario we would order takeout instead. But, I was hopeful.
Eight hours later I opened up my slow cooker to the most tender roast. I even plated up a few of the pickles to give them a test run as well. I mean we do eat warmed pickles on a hamburger, how much different could a cooked one taste?
The result was YUM! This roast was something to rave about, and that is why I am writing this today. It had a mild tang of the pickle, but it wasn’t overbearing like I imagined it could be. It was the perfect combination of flavor, and the roast was tender and moist.
Next time, you need slow cooker inspiration, look to that jar of pickles in your fridge. You don’t need to make a fancy sauce or marinade when a simple kitchen staple will do.
Can You Add Vegetables to Your Pickled Roast Beef
Want to add in carrots and potatoes like a traditional roast recipe? Sure, go for it. Your veggies will pick up some of the pickle juice as well but cook up nicely. Just watch the liquid level you might need to add in a little water or even beef stock to help make sure your beef and vegetables don’t dry out.
For recipe inspiration, check out my new Beef Recipes board on Pinterest.
Can You Eat The Pickles In The Roast
Yes! I will be honest I was slightly intimidated to eat the pickles from the roast mixture, but it was pleasantly enjoyable. The flavors of the beef and pickle kind of blend together in the cooking process and it is actually delightful. They also get tender as they cook over the time frame you have in the slow cooker.
What to Pair With Dill Pickle Roast Beef
Here are some sides you can consider adding to your dinner menu to compliment your pickle roast recipe! Feel free to reach for your favorite sides as well! This is a very versatile recipe.
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What Is The Best Cut Of Meat For A Roast
I recommend looking for a chuck roast; this offers the perfect amount of marble of fat throughout. This flavors the meat but also leaves you with a tender roast. If you can’t find chuck look for a shoulder roast, rib roast, or brisket cut.
What Does the Pickle Juice Do To the Roast in the Dill Pickle Roast
Pickle juice is great for tenderizing meat. It will add some tang and flavor to the roast, but it also helps tenderize the meat as well which is so lovely.
I think if you are a fan of roast and a fan of pickles. This recipe might be right down the lane you want to go. It is one of the most straightforward recipes and somewhat affordable since you only need two ingredients.
If you make this roast let me know what you think! We have made it a handful of times, and it is something unique and different than a classic roast recipe. The leftovers aren’t too bad either!
You’ll also love this Classic Meatloaf, Slow Cooker Mississippi Beef Stew, Slow Cooker Beef Stroganoff and Slow Cooker Beef and Noodles.
Have you tried pickles and roast beef in the slow cooker? If not, would you?
Try Slow Cooker Dill Pickle Soup, Crockpot Pickle Chicken and Dill Pickle Dip.
Dill Pickle Roast Beef
Ingredients
- 1 beef roast in the cut of your choice I’ve used Outside Round and Chuck Roast in the past
- 1 jar dill pickles 1 L jar
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Place beef in a slow cooker. Pour on top the pickles, including the juice.
- Cover and cook on low for 8 hours. Season with salt and pepper, if desired.
Equipment
Nutrition
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This was good. Â We did it a little differently. Â We drained it to separate out the pickles and minced some of them up. Then we put ginger snaps in the gravy as if it were sauerbraten. Â It can out great. Â We put it over noodles. Â
At what point and how long to cook the vegetables?
I’m not sure what you mean? There’s no veggies in the recipe.
Stacie, I was wondering the same thing about the vegetables. You mention it in your story about adding potatoes and carrots.
Oh I see what you mean! Yes, you can add the potatoes and carrots optionally if you like. Add them at the same time as everything else so they cook together. You may need more liquid (ie beef broth) depending on how much you add in so they don’t dry out.
Do you make gravy with the broth?
I don’t personally, but you could if you like!
I made a similar recipe, which also added a package of dry brown gravy mix and a package of dry hidden valley ranch. Gravy made itself and it was sooo good.
That sounds delicious!
Was wondering how this would turn out made with a pork roast?
I haven’t tried it, but I bet it would be yummy! If you do try it, let us know how it turned out.
You say in your narrative that the flavor is overbearing. Is that incorrect?
That was a typo! I fixed it. Thank for you pointing that out!
My hubby and I are older and don’t eat big like we did when we were working. How many does this feed? You don’t say how big of a roast.
It sounds good and I want to try it.
Hi Cindy, It makes about 6 servings. I’ve used anywhere from a 3 lb to 4 lb roast in the past.
Does the meat come out well done?
Have you used a Zesty or Spicey pickle?
Hi Jennifer, I haven’t only because my family doesn’t like things too spicy (I do though!). If you try it with a spicy pickle, let me know what you thought!
What a sensational easy recipe. I am curious if it is overly salty?
thank you
Hi Carole,
I don’t find it salty! I was surprised because I thought it might be too.
Those look more like sweet pickles to me.
Wow, that was the easiest recipe and cheapest roast i ever made.I never would have thought to do that and i still cant believe how tender and juicy and tastefull.
Happy to hear you l liked it!