Oktoberfest Beef Rouladen

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 15
Oktoberfest Beef Rouladen, a traditional German dish perfect for fall
in Beef

Prep

45 min

Cook

1 hour 45 min

Ready In

2 hours 30 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

4 very thin beef , steaks , flank steak , or , top butt
1 tablespoon german or Dijon mustard
2 large dill pickles , cut in half lengthwise
1 onion , sliced , very thinly into rings
4 slices bacon
1/2 cup red wine
1 1/2 cups beef broth
1 bay leaf
1 tablespoon cornstarch
2 tablespoons water

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
583
Sugar
2g
Fat
39g
Oktoberfest Beef Rouladen is a traditional German dish, often served during the annual festival in the fall. The dish consists of thin slices of beef rolled around a savory filling of onions, pickles, and bacon, then braised in a flavorful gravy. Served with a side of spaetzle or mashed potatoes, this dish is the perfect comfort food for chilly autumn nights.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 325°F.
2.Pound beef slices to 1/4 inch thickness.
3.Spread mustard onto one side of each beef slice.
4.Place 1/2 pickle on each beef slice, then place 1/4 of the onions and 1 slice of bacon on each pickle.
5.Roll up each beef slice and secure with toothpicks.
6.Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and brown beef rolls on all sides.
7.Add red wine, beef broth, and bay leaf to the skillet.
8.Cover and bake in oven for 1 1/2 hours or until meat is tender.
9.Remove beef rolls from skillet and keep warm.
10.In a small bowl, combine cornstarch and water, then whisk into the skillet liquid.
11.Cook and stir over medium heat until thickened.
12.Serve gravy over the beef rolls.

PROS

Oktoberfest Beef Rouladen is a hearty and delicious meal, perfect for a fall evening.

The combination of beef, onions, pickles, and bacon creates a flavorful and satisfying dish.

CONS

Beef Rouladen is a labor-intensive dish, requiring time to prepare and execute correctly.

The dish can be high in fat and sodium due to the bacon and beef broth in the gravy.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While not a particularly healthy dish, Oktoberfest Beef Rouladen does contain several beneficial nutrients.
The beef provides important protein, while the onions and pickles offer a range of vitamins and minerals.
However, this dish should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

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