How long to cook pickled silvertip roast?

Platinum Member Joined: Nov 17 2008 Posts: 5047

I have a 6.5 lb. pickled silvertip (shoulder) roast. How long does it need to cook? I normally bring it to a boil, drain, put in fresh water, boil again then cook until one. How long should that take?

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I bought the same thing for pesach! I'm going to cook it the way I make corn beef - cuz that's what the butcher told me to do. I'm going to put it in a pot of water, bring it to a boil, lower it and let it simmer for 4 hours. Then, I'm going to reserve the stock, chill the roast and slice. Then I will use the stock to make a gravy and cook the slices in it. Yummm�.
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Platinum Member Joined: Nov 17 2008 Posts: 5047

Is 4 hours long enough for a 6.5 lb roast?

Well, mine is a bit smaller. I would suggest after 4ish hours to start poking it with a fork to test how soft is is. The softer it is, the better! Also, if you'll be slicing and recooking, it'll get even softer!!

Platinum Member Joined: Nov 17 2008 Posts: 5047

Thanks

4 hours sounds right.
If you're serving right away (not reheating), then the most 5. But I don't even know if it would need that.
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Why don't you ask your butcher?

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