Sauerbraten With Potato Dumplings and Applesauce

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 2
Sauerbraten with Potato Dumplings and Applesauce recipe
in Main

Prep

30 min

Cook

4 hours

Ready In

4 hours 30 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

3 1/3 lbs rolled beef brisket
1 tablespoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
2 onions , sliced
1 carrot , sliced
1 stalk celery , chopped
4 cloves
4 peppercorns
2 cups red wine vinegar
2 bay leaves
2 tablespoons bacon drippings
6 tablespoons butter
5 tablespoons flour
1 tablespoon sugar
1/2 cup golden raisin ( optional )
8 -10 gingersnaps , crushed ( can be replaced by 1 tsp . corn starch or arrow root )
6 medium potatoes ( about 2-1/4 pounds )
3 eggs
6 tablespoons flour
butter , melted and browned
breadcrumbs

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
910
Sugar
8g
Fat
62g
Sauerbraten is a classic German meal, typically made with braised beef, vinegar, and spices. This recipe for Sauerbraten with Potato Dumplings and Applesauce follows tradition, slow-cooking the beef in a mixture of red wine vinegar, spices, and vegetables. The result is a tender, tangy, and flavorful dish that is perfect for chilly evenings or special occasions. With its hearty dumplings and sweet applesauce, this meal is a complete and satisfying meal.

Instructions

1.Heat oven to 350°F
2.Sprinkle beef with salt and pepper. Place in a lidded container.
3.Saute onion, carrot and celery in bacon fat.
4.Combine vinegar, cloves, peppercorns, bay leaves, 2 cups water, and sugar and bring to a boil.
5.Pour the liquid over the meat and vegetables, cover, and cook in the oven for 4 hours.
6.Remove beef from the container and keep warm.
7.Strain and discard all vegetables except for the ginger snaps.
8.Put the ginger snaps in the cooking liquid and cook over low heat for 10 minutes.
9.Serve slices of beef with hot ginger snap gravy, applesauce, and boiled potato dumplings.
10.For the dumplings, peel and boil the potatoes until tender. Drain and mash them while still hot. Add the eggs and flour and mix well. Scoop the mixture into 8 to 10 large dumplings, boiling them in salted water until they float to the top. Drain, and serve warm sprinkled with breadcrumbs and melted butter.

PROS

Sauerbraten is a traditional German dish that is flavorful and will satisfy your hunger.

The potato dumplings and applesauce complement the rich flavors of the beef.

The meal can be adjusted to serve larger groups.

CONS

This recipe takes several hours and may require planning ahead.

The preparation process requires special attention to make sure the flavors blend well.

Sauerbraten is high in calories and fat.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While Sauerbraten is not a low-calorie meal, it does contain vitamins and minerals like iron and zinc.
The potatoes used in the dumplings are a good source of potassium, vitamin C, and dietary fiber.
Vinegar is said to help digestion, regulate blood sugar levels, and lower cholesterol levels.
Apple sauce contains fiber, vitamin C, and potassium.

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