Chef John’s Beef Rouladen

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 3
Chef John's Beef Rouladen recipe for a hearty dinner
in Main

Prep

20 min

Cook

110 min

Ready In

130 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 ( 1/4 inch thick ) slices of beef round
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
4 strips bacon
paprika , or to taste
1/2 onion , sliced into half-rings and separated
6 dill pickle spears
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
Gravy :
2 tablespoons butter
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
3 cups beef broth
salt to taste

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
2
Calories
632
Sugar
3g
Fat
43g
Beef rouladen is a classic German dish that features thin slices of beef filled with bacon, onions, and dill pickles before being rolled up and slow-cooked in a rich gravy. Chef John's Beef Rouladen elevates the traditional recipe by adding Dijon mustard and paprika to boost the flavor. This hearty meal will fill you up and satisfy your taste buds thanks to its warming combination of savory and sour flavors. If you are a fan of beef dishes and comfort food, give this recipe a try!

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
2.Sprinkle the beef slices with kosher salt and black pepper.
3.Spread one side of each beef slice with 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard.
4.Place 2 bacon strips on each slice and sprinkle with paprika.
5.Place onion slices and pickle spears on the strips of bacon.
6.Roll up the meat with the vegetables inside and secure with toothpicks.
7.Heat the vegetable oil in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
8.Brown the beef rolls on all sides in the hot oil, about 2 minutes per side.
9.Pour in the beef broth and bring to a boil.
10.Cover and bake in the oven for 90 minutes.
11.Remove the rouladen to a plate and keep warm.
12.Strain the cooking liquid and discard solids.
13.Melt butter in the Dutch oven over medium heat.
14.Add flour to the melted butter and stir to cook for 1 minute.
15.Whisk in the reserved beef broth over medium heat until the gravy has thickened and is bubbling.
16.Season with salt to taste and serve over the beef rouladen.

PROS

Tender beef rolls stuffed with flavorful ingredients and smothered in rich gravy make a satisfying meal.

This recipe is perfect for cold winter nights when you crave comfort food to warm you up.

CONS

Beef rouladen is a relatively high-calorie dish because of the beef and bacon.

If you are watching your sodium intake, this dish may not be suitable for you because of the beef broth.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Beef is an excellent source of protein, iron, and vitamin B12.
The vegetables in this recipe, such as onion and pickle, provide vitamins and minerals as well.
However, beef rouladen is not a low-fat or low-carb meal.

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