Prime rib roast with au jus
Prime rib roast with au jus is a classic American steakhouse dish featuring a large, well-marbled beef rib roast, slow-roasted to perfection and served with its own flavorful, savory pan drippings. The 'au jus' (French for 'with juice') is a light, meaty sauce made from the roast's drippings, often enhanced with herbs like thyme and rosemary. It's a centerpiece meal, particularly popular during holidays and special occasions.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is very high in protein and fat, with minimal carbohydrates, making it a rich, energy-dense meal. A typical 8-ounce (227g) serving provides a significant amount of iron, zinc, and B vitamins, and generally ranges from 600 to 800 calories, depending on the cut's fat content and the amount of au jus consumed.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 310 kcal |
| Protein | 22 g |
| Carbs | 0 g |
| Fat | 24 g |
| Fiber | 0 g |
| Sugar | 0 g |
| Sodium | 60 mg |
| Iron | 1.8 mg |
| Zinc | 4.5 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 2.5 mcg |
| Niacin (B3) | 5.0 mg |
| Phosphorus | 180 mg |
| Selenium | 25 mcg |
| Potassium | 320 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.4 mg |
Per 3 oz cooked meat (85 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, the prime rib roast is a symbol of celebratory feasting in the United States, often associated with Christmas or Easter dinners. Nutritionally, the 'au jus' method is unique as it uses the meat's own juices to create a sauce, preserving more of the natural flavors and nutrients compared to heavier, flour-thickened gravies.
