Grandma Fritz’s Sauerbraten (For the Crock Pot)

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 5
Grandma Fritz's Sauerbraten recipe for your dinner tonight
in Beef

Prep

20 min

Cook

8 hours

Ready In

8 hours 20 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

4 -5 lbs chuck or 4 -5 lbs rump beef
1 large onion , thinly sliced
3 teaspoons salt
2 bay leaves
1 teaspoon peppercorn
2 cups apple cider vinegar
2 cups water
1/4 cup brown sugar
1/4 cup seedless raisin
6 -8 ginger snaps

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8-10
Calories
429
Sugar
13g
Fat
22g
Grandma Fritz's Sauerbraten is a classic German dish often eaten during the holiday season and special occasions. The dish is made by marinating the beef for several days before cooking it slowly in vinegar and spices. The slow cooking time allows the meat to become tender and flavorful while the sauce made from the marinade and ginger snaps adds additional depth of flavor to the dish. Serve this Sauerbraten hot with some creamy mashed potatoes or sautéed vegetables, and enjoy the warm, comforting feeling of traditional German cooking.

Instructions

1.In a crockpot, place the thinly sliced onions at the bottom.
2.Sprinkle 2 teaspoons of salt on the beef and place on top of the onions in the crockpot.
3.In a separate bowl, mix together the apple cider vinegar, water, brown sugar, and the remaining 1 teaspoon of salt and pour over the beef.
4.Add the bay leaves, peppercorn, and raisins to the crockpot.
5.Cook the beef on low for 6-8 hours or until tender.
6.Add the ginger snaps to the crockpot and allow them to dissolve to thicken the sauce.
7.Slice the beef and serve with the thickened sauce.

PROS

Grandma Fritz’s Sauerbraten recipe is tender, flavorful and easy to make.

Slow-cooking ensures the meat falls apart, while the sauce complements the beef’s flavor.

This recipe will impress your dinner guests with minimal effort.

CONS

Grandma Fritz’s Sauerbraten recipe takes a long time to cook, takes up a lot of space in your kitchen, and may require some effort to find all the required ingredients.

A Crockpot is required for the recipe, which may not be available to everyone.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Beef is an excellent source of protein and iron.
The ginger in this recipe may help with digestion and has anti-inflammatory properties.
The apple cider vinegar in the recipe may help regulate blood sugar levels and improve heart health.

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