Pickle Brine Pot Roast (Printable)

A fork-tender pot roast enhanced by tangy pickle brine and aromatic spices with hearty vegetables.

# What You Need:

→ 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 Steps:

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

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • Infused with tangy pickle brine for bold flavor
  • Fork-tender roast perfect for sharing
02 -
  • Check your Worcestershire sauce for gluten or fish if you have sensitivities
  • Leftover roast makes delicious sandwiches the next day
03 -
  • Add sliced pickles in the last hour for extra tang
  • Try serving the pot roast over mashed potatoes or with crusty bread
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