Rouladen (rolmups)

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 3
German Rouladen Recipe with Pickle and Bacon Stuffing
in Main

Prep

30 min

Cook

175 min

Ready In

205 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

3 lbs flank steaks ( or another type thin beef )
1 large onion ( sliced )
sliced bacon
1/2 cup mustard
dill pickle , sliced ( Long )
1/2 cup pickle juice
4 cups beef stock
salt and pepper , to taste
flour
oil , for cooking

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
415
Sugar
2g
Fat
23g
Rouladen is a traditional German beef dish that is usually served on special occasions. It is made by rolling thinly sliced beef around a filling of bacon, onions and pickles, and then cooking it slowly in a rich broth until tender. The dish has a distinct flavor due to the use of mustard, pickles, and bacon. It is usually served with potato dumplings, boiled potatoes, or spaetzle and red cabbage on the side. Rouladen is a dish that requires some effort and patience, but the result is well worth the time invested in preparing it.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
2.Lay a steak flat on a cutting board.
3.Spread a thin layer of mustard over the steak.
4.Arrange sliced onions, bacon and pickles on top of the steak.
5.Roll the steak up tightly and secure the ends with toothpicks.
6.Dredge the rouladen in flour, shaking off the excess.
7.In a large Dutch oven or heavy pot, heat oil over medium-high heat.
8.Add the rouladen and brown on all sides, working in batches if necessary.
9.Add the beef stock and pickle juice to the pot, along with salt and pepper to taste.
10.Cover and cook in the oven for 2 to 2 1/2 hours until tender.

PROS

Rouladen is a hearty and flavorful dish that is perfect for a cold winter evening.
The filling of bacon and pickles adds a delicious salty and tangy flavor to the beef.

It is a great dish to serve for a special occasion or a holiday meal as it is sure to impress.

CONS

Rouladen is a time-consuming dish to prepare, with rolling the meat and stuffing it a bit challenging task.

It is not a dish suitable for a low-calorie diet because of the use of high-fat bacon and beef.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While Rouladen is not particularly healthy due to the use of beef and bacon, the dish provides an excellent source of protein.
The beef in Rouladen contains vital amino acids that are essential for building and repairing muscles in the body.

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