Renate’s Unique Buttermilk Marinated Sauerbraten

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 2
Renate’s Unique Buttermilk Marinated Sauerbraten recipe for a traditional German meal
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Prep

20 min + 3-5 days marinating

Cook

3-4 hours

Ready In

3-5 days + 3-4 hours

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

3 lbs rump roast
buttermilk , to cover roast
12 whole black peppercorns
2 bay leaves , crushed and broken
2 large onions , sliced
1 1/2 cups raisins
12 peppercorns
2 bay leaves
4 cups water
2 cups buttermilk

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6-8
Calories
495
Sugar
30g
Fat
28g
Sauerbraten is a traditional German dish that is typically made with beef roast that has been marinated for several days in vinegar, water, and spices. Renate’s Unique Buttermilk Marinated Sauerbraten puts an interesting twist on this classic dish by using buttermilk in the marinade to tenderize the meat and add a tangy flavor. This dish is perfect for a special occasion or a family dinner and is sure to impress your guests with its unique flavor. The raisins and bay leaves in the sauce give the dish a sweet and savory dimension that pairs perfectly with the tender and flavorful rump roast. While this dish may take some time to prepare, it is definitely worth the effort for a delicious and authentic German meal.

Instructions

1.In a large bowl, pour buttermilk over the rump roast until the roast is completely submerged.
2.Add 12 whole black peppercorns and 2 crushed and broken bay leaves to the buttermilk.
3.Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 3-5 days, turning the roast once a day.
4.After marinating, remove the roast from the buttermilk and rinse off any excess.
5.Preheat the oven to 350°F.
6.In a Dutch oven, sauté 2 large sliced onions until tender.
7.Add 1 1/2 cups raisins, 12 whole peppercorns, and 2 bay leaves to the Dutch oven.
8.Add the rump roast to the Dutch oven and brown on all sides.
9.Add 4 cups of water and 2 cups of buttermilk to the Dutch oven until the roast is completely covered.
10.Cover the Dutch oven and bake for 3-4 hours.
11.Remove the roast from the Dutch oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving with the sauce.

PROS

Renate’s Unique Buttermilk Marinated Sauerbraten is a flavorful and tender dish that is perfect for a traditional German meal.

The buttermilk marinade tenderizes the roast and adds a tangy flavor to the dish.

The raisins and bay leaves add a sweet and savory dimension to the sauce.

This dish is perfect for special occasions or a family dinner.

CONS

This recipe requires a lot of prep time and a few days of marinating.

The roast needs to be turned once a day during the marination process.

This dish is high in calories and may not be suitable for those watching their calorie intake.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this dish is not particularly healthy, it does contain a good amount of protein and iron.
The buttermilk in the marinade adds calcium to the dish.

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