11 Simple Sauce Recipes That Perfect Prime Rib Prime rib roast is what you make when you want to do it up big. Even with such a standout cut of meat, though, you can still take the meal to the next level. The secret's in the sauce. These sauce recipes are low on effort but big on flavor, especially when they're paired with prime rib. Whether you want something creamy, cheesy, or herby, these prime rib sauces will complement your roast perfectly. By Sarra Sedghi Sarra Sedghi Sarra Sedghi has more than 10 years of experience as a food writer. She covers cooking, restaurants, and food culture, as well as travel, design, and lifestyle. Allrecipes' editorial guidelines Updated on December 22, 2022 Close Credit: Meredith 01 of 12 Horseradish Sauce View Recipe Save lutzflcat Horseradish sauce is a classic accompaniment for prime rib, and this horseradish sauce has great flavor and an incredibly creamy texture. Make enough for the night of and the next day so you can spread the extra sauce on leftover prime rib sandwiches. 02 of 12 Prime Rib Gravy View Recipe Save Chef John Chef John's rich gravy is made from beef ribs and good-quality beef stock. "You can use more bones for an even meatier gravy, but part of this effort was to see how much flavor we could extract from just two rib bones. The answer was, a lot." 03 of 12 Beef Au Jus View Recipe Save Meredith Beef au jus is another classic sauce for prime rib that's also so simple to make. "This is the most minimalist method for doing a quick au jus for your prime rib of beef," says Chef John. You'll simply use the drippings and fat from the roast to create this magnificent au jus. 04 of 12 Basic Bechamel Sauce View Recipe Save Meredith This bechamel sauce takes a little patience, but the extra time is worth it for such decadent results. In addition to a providing a perfect finishing touch on prime rib, you can use this sauce as a cream of mushroom substitute in casseroles. 05 of 12 Garlic Aioli View Recipe Save Photo by KGora. Once you try this aioli, you may never want to eat plain mayonnaise again. A dollop of aioli will add a bit of creaminess and zest to prime rib roast, and a smear will also complement leftover prime rib in a sandwich. 06 of 12 Bordelaise Sauce with Mushrooms View Recipe Save Wendy This red wine sauce always adds a touch of elegance, and its deep, rich flavor makes a worthy partner for prime rib. If you can't find shallots, sweet onions will do just as well. 07 of 12 Dill Sauce View Recipe Save lutzflcat Zingy and refreshing, dill sauce is typically served with fish, but its flavors will complement a perfectly buttery slice of prime rib. Adding Dijon mustard to the dill tames some of its kick, while lemon juice adds just the right amount of acidity to cut through the sour cream. 08 of 12 Thick-Style Lebanese Garlic Sauce View Recipe Save Linda This creamy, five-ingredient garlic sauce works with just about anything and will give your prime rib roast a nice kick of garlicky, lemony flavor. For best results, use a good quality extra-virgin olive oil that's nice and fresh. 09 of 12 Chef John's Chimichurri Sauce View Recipe Save Fero Herby and tangy, chimichurri sauce has the ability to make any piece of beef sing, so paired with prime rib, it makes for an otherworldly eating experience. Truthfully, you'll want to put it on anything after trying it. If you don't have white wine vinegar on hand, you can substitute an equal amount of rice vinegar and add a little lemon juice. Chimichurri Shrimp 10 of 12 Onion Sauce View Recipe Save Cliff G If you enjoy the taste of onions, you'll want to try this German-style sauce. It adds just the amount of moisture and flavor to enhance prime rib without overpowering it. 11 of 12 Gorgonzola Sauce View Recipe Save Photo by RebeccaD. This warm, melty, and garlicky cheese sauce will take your prime rib—or any meat, really—to an entirely new level. It's rich and creamy, and if you serve mashed potatoes or roasted veggies on the side, the sauce will complement them perfectly. 12 of 12 More Inspiration: Browse more sauce recipes How to Make Prime Rib 20 Best Side Dishes for Prime Rib Explore more: Recipes Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Sauces Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit