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Why You’ll Love This Sirloin Tip Roast Recipe
- Herby, garlicky, savory flavor
- Tender, juicy meat
- Perfect browned crust
- Easy 10 minute prep
- Uses simple pantry staples
- One of the best inexpensive cuts for a holiday meal on a budget
- Makes delicious leftovers for sandwiches the next day

What Is A Sirloin Tip Roast?
A beef sirloin tip roast, also called a round tip roast, is cut from the hindquarters of the cow. Even though it’s a tougher cut of beef, sirloin tip roast recipes become tender, mouthwatering masterpieces when roasted slowly at lower temperatures.
Ingredients & Substitutions
This section explains how to choose the best ingredients for beef sirloin roast, what each one does in the recipe, and substitution options. For measurements, see the recipe card below.
- Sirloin Tip Roast – Choose a roast with a uniform shape and some marbling. The best place to get it is the butcher shop, but grocery stores may also have it.
- Olive Oil – Extra virgin olive oil works nicely with the flavor of beef, but use any neutral cooking oil you like.
- Dried Herbs & Spices – Including garlic powder, onion powder, dried rosemary, dried thyme, and dried oregano, which give this recipe for sirloin tip roast its rich and savory taste. You can also substitute Italian seasoning instead of the individual dried herbs.
- Sea Salt & Black Pepper

How To Cook A Sirloin Tip Roast
This section shows the best way to cook sirloin tip roast in the oven, with step-by-step photos and details about the technique, to help you visualize it. For full instructions, including amounts and temperatures, see the recipe card below.
- Secure. After refrigerating unwrapped overnight (optional – see tips below for details), tie the roast together at 1-inch intervals with kitchen twine.
- Mix. Combine garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, and herbs together in a small bowl.


- Rub. Cover the roast with 1 tablespoon of oil. Rub the seasoning mixture into the meat on all sides. Let the meat rest to come to room temperature, about an hour. Preheat the oven.
- Sear. Heat more oil in a large cast iron skillet on medium-high heat. Sear the roast on all 4 sides, until browned.


- Roast. Transfer the meat to a roasting pan with a wire rack and bake to desired doneness (see roasting times and temperatures below).
- Rest. Take the roast out of the oven, transfer to a cutting board, and tent loosely with foil. Allow roast to rest at least 20 minutes before slicing.
- Serve. Slice the meat against the grain to serve. If you like, you can serve the roast with juices (au jus) from the bottom of the roasting pan.

How Long To Cook A Sirloin Tip Roast?
For a medium rare sirloin tip roast, sear on all 4 sides for about 3 minutes per side in a cast iron skillet, then roast in the oven for 13-15 minutes per pound (40-45 minutes total for a 3-pound roast).
Final internal temperature should reach 135 degrees F. However, since the temperature will rise after removing from the oven, stop cooking at 10 degrees below your desired doneness (at 125 degrees).
I recommend using a probe thermometer to be certain (it will beep when the right temperature is reached), but a regular meat thermometer also works. In case you don’t have one, the time chart below shows the approximate times and temperature for a this roast.
Desired Doneness | Searing Time (Cast Iron) | Roasting Time Per Lb (At 300°F) | Roasting Time For 3 Lb Roast (At 300°F) | Target Internal Temperature Before Resting |
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Rare | 3 minutes per side, on all 4 sides | 10-13 minutes | 30-40 minutes | 115°F |
Medium Rare | 3 minutes per side, on all 4 sides | 13-17 minutes | 40-50 minutes | 125°F |
Medium | 3 minutes per side, on all 4 sides | 17-20 minutes | 50-60 minutes | 135°F |
Medium Well | 3 minutes per side, on all 4 sides | 20-23 minutes | 60-70 minutes | 145°F |
Note: The guidelines above are the temperature that the sirloin roast should be when you take it out of the oven, before resting. The internal temperature will rise an additional 10 degrees while resting.

Tips For The Best Sirloin Tip Roast Recipe
It’s the little things that count when you want a perfectly roasted sirloin tip.
- Dry the meat. Pat the roast dry with paper towels and leave it uncovered in the refrigerator overnight if possible. This firms up and dries the outside of the roast, allowing it to get a better sear. It will still be juicy after you cook it!
- Tie tightly. Tying the roast with twine prevents it from spreading during cooking, which not only makes it look more appealing but also helps it cook more evenly.
- Test with a thermometer. Cook time can vary based on your oven, the shape of your roast, and even the pan you use. A probe thermometer is the best, easiest way to be certain of the right doneness (it will beep when the right temperature is reached), but a regular meat thermometer also works if you use the time chart above.
- Resting is a must. Like all cuts of beef, resting the sirloin tip roast after cooking allows the juices to redistribute inside the meat and keeps it tender. Don’t skip it!
- Cut correctly. Slicing against the grain breaks up the muscle fibers, so each bite is tender as can be.
Storage Instructions
- Store: Keep leftovers in a covered container in the fridge up to 4 days.
- Reheat: Slices are best reheated in 30 second stages in the microwave so they don’t dry out, or in a skillet with a little beef broth to rehydrate them. You can also reheat a whole unsliced sirloin tip roast in the oven, using the same method as reheating beef tenderloin.
- Freeze: Place slices between sheets of parchment paper in a zip lock bag and keep in the freezer for up to 3 months.

What To Serve With Beef Sirloin Tip Roast
Hearty roasts call for plenty of side dishes! Here are common pairings:
- Potatoes – Try this dish with classic oven roasted potatoes, creamy mashed sweet potatoes, or air fryer jicama fries and mashed cauliflower (shown above!) for less starchy options.
- Easy Veggies – Serve beef with flavorful sides like buttery sauteed mushrooms, quick air fryer broccoli, or crispy asparagus with bacon.
- Salads – Crisp and crunchy salads like carrot salad, sweet kale salad, or a simple spring mix salad pair well with a sirloin tip roast.
More Easy Beef Recipes
Cooking sirloin tip roast isn’t the only way to enjoy beef on a budget… try these rich, hearty, and affordable beef recipes next:
Recommended Tools
- Kitchen Twine – Use this food grade twine to tie the roast. Available at Amazon or Target.
- Large Cast Iron Skillet – For getting that golden brown sear. Find at Amazon or Target.
- Roasting Pan With Rack – This nonstick pan fits roasts, turkeys, and more! Get it at Amazon or Target.
- Meat Thermometer – Essential for making sure meats cook correctly and don’t overcook. A probe thermometer is ideal, but a regular one will work.
Sirloin Tip Roast
Sirloin Tip Roast Recipe (Easy & Tender!)
This beef sirloin tip roast recipe uses olive oil, herbs, spices, and an easy method to transform a budget cut into a rich, tender meal.
Ingredients
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Instructions
Tap on the times in the instructions below to start a kitchen timer while you cook.
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Pat the sirloin tip roast dry with paper towels.
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If you have time, place it onto a sheet pan and refrigerate, uncovered, overnight. (This will help form a nice crust when searing, but you can skip this step if you didn’t plan ahead.)
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When ready to cook, remove the roast from the fridge and pat dry again if needed. Tie kitchen twine around the roast at 1-inch intervals. (This will help it keep its shape while roasting.)
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Rub the roast all over with 1 tablespoon of olive oil.
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In a small bowl, combine garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, and dried herbs. Rub the spice mixture all over the meat. Let the meat rest for 1 hour to come to room temperature.
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Preheat the oven to 300 degrees F (121 degrees C).
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Heat the remaining tablespoon of olive oil in a large cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. Add the roast and sear on all 4 sides, about 3 minutes per side, until browned.
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Transfer the sirloin tip roast to a roasting pan.
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Bake the sirloin tip roast in the oven, until it reaches 115 degrees F for rare (30-40 minutes), 125 degrees F for medium rare (40-50 minutes), 135 degrees F for medium (50-60 minutes), or 145 degrees F for medium well (60-70 minutes).
Note: Cook times are for a 3-pound roast. See the chart in the post above for cook times per pound if your roast is smaller or larger. Also, cook time will be different if you didn't let the roast come to room temperature (in step 5 above) or sear on all 4 sides before roasting.
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Remove from the oven, transfer to a cutting board, cover loosely with aluminum foil, and rest for about 15 minutes before slicing. (This will seal in the juices and the internal temperature will rise another 10 degrees to reach the right level of doneness.) Slice the meat against the grain to serve.
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Recipe Notes
Serving size: 8 oz
Note: This sirloin tip roast recipe was re-tested in September 2023. The only change was adjusting the oven temperature to 300 degrees F (instead of 250) and increasing the cooking time estimates.
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44 Comments
Hed Pullen
0Good rub! Needs an hour and 20 minutes at 300. Comes out perfect!
Maya | Wholesome Yum
0Hi Hed, I re-tested this recipe to confirm the cook times, and did find that 300 degrees F worked best. The adjusted cook times are on the recipe card above, but none of them were 1 hour 20 minutes, unless you want it very well done. Did you sear it on all 4 sides beforehand? It shouldn’t take that long unless it wasn’t seared at all.
Colleen
0Great flavor! I will make again.
Cindy
0The recipe is easy and I liked the flavours but the cooking times were so far off that it took an extra hour to get to to medium rare. My oven runs hot so I don’t know why it would be such a different result.
Maya | Wholesome Yum
0Hi Cindy, Sorry to hear that! I just re-tested the recipe and adjusted cook times a little bit, but not sure how it took an extra hour, unless maybe your roast was very large? I do have time per pound listed in a chart above as well. Did you let it come to room temperature and sear on all 4 sides before roasting?
Krista
0Hi Maya! Do I have to transfer the roast to a pan or can I leave it in the iron skillet after searing? Would I need to adjust temp or time if I’m using skillet in the oven?
Wholesome Yum D
0Hi Krista, You could keep the roast in the skillet when baking, but it cooks more evenly using a roasting pan.
Johanna
0The temperature can’t be right. Other recipes I looked at suggested 350° for these times. At 250°, it was barely warm in the center after an hour. Seasoning was good, if a touch salty for my personal taste.
Johanna
0Yes, I let it come to room temperature and seared each surface for three minutes, as directed.
Maya | Wholesome Yum
0Hi Johanna, Sorry to hear the cook time didn’t match up for you. Cook times can vary depending on the shape of your cut of beef, the pan you use, your oven, etc. This is why I always recommend using a meat thermometer. I’m glad you liked the seasoning. I go by Julia Child’s recommendations for salt, but feel free to adjust to your taste.
Frosty Fred
0I agree, Johanna. I’ve never cooked at such a low temp for such a short time.
Amanda
0I’m excited to use this recipe but I have a concern. Isn’t it unsafe to leave meat uncovered in the fridge because of the concern of cross contamination? Is there another way to dry out the outside without that risk?
Wholesome Yum D
0Hi Amanda, I place the meat on a shelf by itself to avoid cross-contamination.
Kat Klaas
0Still looking for an answer as to whether or not roast should have cover on it while roasting?
Wholesome Yum D
0Hi Kat, This roast does not need to be covered while cooking.
Kathie
0For 12 pounds of sirloin tip how long is it cooked at 250 degrees.
Wholesome Yum D
0Hi Kathie, I have never made a roast that big, but you will probably need to triple the time of the cook. I suggest monitoring the internal temperature to ensure you don’t overcook the roast.
Allyson
0I am making it tonight and wondered if I should put the roaster lid on and/or add water while it is baking in the oven.
Susi
0I don’t have a cast iron skillet…will a copper chef skillet work as good?
Wholesome Yum D
0Hi Susi, That will also work.
Catherine Wittmer
0I was so happy to find this recipe! It turned out great and my whole family liked it! I altered the recipe slightly. I placed my roast in an enamel roaster, added 3 Tbsp. water, covered it, and cooked it at 300 degrees for about an hour. I then removed the lid and roasted it approximately another 30 minutes until it reached an internal temperature of 145 degrees before resting. (My husband prefers his meat well done.) Adding the water ensured that there was juice to make gravy.
Carole
0What temperature would I use for my air fryer and for how long? I have a 0.836 KG roast.
Thanks
Wholesome Yum D
0Hi Carole, I have never made this in the air fryer, but I do have an air fryer steak recipe.
Melissa
0Same as the others- the timing /temperature is waaaaay off. With – 3.5 lb roast I bumped my oven to 300 degrees after searing it first… just checked temp at 45 min … 87 degrees. And yes I also let it come to room temperature. Just bumped the temp to 350 so hopefully that will help the time…
Jeff
045 minutes at 250 F does not get the 3 lb roast to 125 F. There is something wrong with this recipe. Maybe 45 min per lb or temp at 350.
Wholesome Yum D
0Hi Jeff, Sorry this recipe didn’t meet your expectations. Did you let the roast come to room temperature and then sear the roast before putting it in the oven?
Lynn Patton
0Is the oven temperature correct at 250° or should it be 350°?
Wholesome Yum D
0Hi Lynn, 250 is the correct temperature.
Vicky Reid
0Having a culinary background and considering the rising cost of choice cuts of beef. I luckily found this wonderful, delicious recipe. Mine was just over 3.5 pounds. Loved the skillet searing, smelled amazing!!!!!! Also, I might add, its so good to read a recipe and be reminded about things you forget or don’t take the time to do when your in a rush. Like taking it out,10 degrees below your preference for doneness, letting it rest… pulling all the juices back in ,etc This for me, was a check your list moment !!!! Great recipe! 🙂
Rich
0Do you cover the roaster and do you add any liquid to the roaster
Wholesome Yum D
0Hi Rich, Preheat the air fryer to 400 degrees F.
T Peterson
0I came across this recipe and I am so happy I did! Our family absolutely LOVED this!! My pickiest child asked for seconds. This recipe is a keeper! Thank you 🙂
Kara
0I couldn’t find my cooking twine, so mine wasn’t quite as pretty as yours, but it was still delicious! Such a yummy crust on the outside!
Katie
0So tender and flavorful. Love making a meal like this on the weekends!
Sara T
0Perfect! I followed your instructions and refrigerated it overnight and it was delicious.
Barbara
0So glad I found this recipe for my sirloin tip roast! I served it to dinner guests and it was definitely a winner!
Jackie Bailey
0I am using this recipe today for my two roasts…one sirloin tip and one rump roast. So far so good…looks and smells yummy.
Cam
0Love this! So delicious will make this again!
Dana
0I made this for a holiday get together and it was a hit! It cooked perfectly, I was amazed by how tender and flavorful the meat turned out.
Lisa
0This roast was perfect for an early Christmas dinner. Everyone raved about it.
Carol Anderson
0Do you cover the roast?
Wholesome Yum D
0HI Carol, You only need to cover the roast after cooking it.
Gloria
0This is always a hit with the family for dinner. The perfect meal for entertaining too. Cooked to perfection.
Elena
0This is a great, easy-to-follow recipe. The roast was juicy and tender just as promised. Thank you for a great recipe!