Kate’s Easy German Sauerbraten

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 8
Kate's Easy German Sauerbraten for a hearty meal
in Main

Prep

30 min

Cook

3 hours and 15 min

Ready In

24 hours and 45 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 cups water
1 cup red wine
1 cup cider vinegar
1 lemon , sliced
1/2 large onion , diced
1 clove garlic , diced
10 whole cloves
2 bay leaves
2 tablespoons white sugar
2 tablespoons salt
1 tablespoon juniper berries , crushed ( optional )
1 teaspoon whole peppercorns
1 boneless beef chuck roast
2 cups chopped onions
2 cups chopped carrots
1 cup diced celery
8 gingersnap cookies , crushed

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
762
Sugar
9g
Fat
45g
Kate's Easy German Sauerbraten is a traditional German dish that is slow-cooked to create a tender and flavorful roast beef. The dish is usually accompanied by potato dumplings and red cabbage sauteed with onions and apples. The name Sauerbraten means 'sour roast', and the dish gets its distinct and tangy flavor from marinating the meat in vinegar and other acidic ingredients. This recipe is a simplified version of the classic dish that is perfect for beginners in German cuisine.

Instructions

1.Combine water, red wine, cider vinegar, sliced lemon, diced onion, diced garlic, whole cloves, bay leaves, white sugar, salt, and juniper berries in a large saucepan over medium heat.
2.Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes.
3.Place the beef chuck roast in a large resealable plastic bag and pour in the marinade.
4.Seal the bag and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 24 hours, turning occasionally.
5.Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
6.Remove the roast from the marinade and pat dry with paper towels. Reserve the marinade.
7.Heat oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Brown the roast on all sides, about 10 minutes total.
8.Transfer the roast to a plate and set aside.
9.Add chopped onions, carrots, and celery to the same Dutch oven and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
10.Pour in the reserved marinade and bring to a boil, scraping any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
11.Nestle the roast in the vegetables and cover the Dutch oven with a tight-fitting lid.
12.Bake in the preheated oven until the beef is tender and falling apart, about 3 hours.
13.Remove the roast from the Dutch oven and let rest on a cutting board for 10 minutes.
14.Meanwhile, strain the cooking liquid through a fine-mesh sieve into a saucepan and discard the solids.
15.Bring the cooking liquid to a boil and whisk in gingersnap cookie crumbs until the sauce has thickened slightly.
16.Slice the beef roast against the grain and serve with the sauce.

PROS

This meal is a hearty and delicious comfort food that everyone loves.
It’s perfect for a cold winter night or family gatherings.
The dish is relatively easy to prepare and requires only a few simple ingredients.

CONS

The preparation of Kate’s Easy German Sauerbraten requires at least 24 hours of marinating time which is time-consuming.
The dish is also high in calories and fat due to its marbled beef cut and use of gingersnap cookies.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This dish does not have many health benefits but is a great source of protein. It also contains some vitamins and minerals from the vegetables used in the marinade.

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