CLASSIC SAUERBRATEN

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Whatever Oktoberfest revelers end up eating, they usually wash it down with lots of German beer. Sauerbraten, or sour roast, takes at least two days to marinate in vinegar and spices. Serve with spaetzle dumplings, made from scratch, or hot German potato salad.

Provided by Alan in SW Florida

Categories     Roast Beef

Time 3h30m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 1/4 cups water
1 cup cider vinegar
1 medium onion, coarsely chopped
1 lemon, cut into 8 wedges
2 bay leaves
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon whole black peppercorn
1/2 teaspoon whole cloves
4 1/2 lbs top round roast
1/4 cup vegetable oil
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup canned beef broth
1/3 cup packed dark brown sugar
1/3 cup gingersnap crumbs

Steps:

  • Combine first 8 ingredients in a large saucepan and bring to a boil. Cool. Place beef in a bowl slightly larger than beef. Pour marinade over. Cover and chill for at least 2 days (up to 4 days is better), turning beef twice daily.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Remove beef from marinade and place in roasting pan; reserve marinade. Roast beef until tender, about 2 hours. Transfer beef to carving board; cool. Pour any accumulated juices from roasting pan into marinade. Strain marinade (do not clean roasting pan.).
  • Mix 1/4 cup oil and flour in heavy large skillet. Stir over medium heat until dark brown, about 10 minutes. Gradually mix in 2 cups of marinade (discard any remaining marinade) and beef broth. Boil until thick, stirring often, about 10 minutes. Mix in brown sugar and cookie crumbs. Pour into roasting pan and place over medium heat. Bring to boil, scraping up any browned bits. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Slice beef and arrange in large baking dish. Pour sauce over meat. (Can be prepared 1 day ahead. Cover and chill.) Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Bake beef until heated through, about 15 minutes.

Mureed Hussain
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This is the best sauerbraten recipe I've ever tried. The meat is so tender and flavorful, and the gravy is rich and delicious. I served it with mashed potatoes and red cabbage, and it was a perfect meal. I will definitely be making this again and aga


Idahosa Dominic
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I made this sauerbraten recipe for a dinner party last weekend, and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it! The meat was so tender and juicy, and the gravy was perfect. I will definitely be making this again.


Cebisile Nonhlanhla
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This sauerbraten recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it is definitely worth it. The meat is so tender and flavorful, and the gravy is rich and delicious. I served it with mashed potatoes and green beans, and it was a perfect meal.


Willie Chason
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I've been making this sauerbraten recipe for years, and it's always a hit. The meat is always tender and juicy, and the gravy is rich and flavorful. I like to serve it with mashed potatoes and red cabbage. It's a classic German dish that is always a


Raza music presents
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This sauerbraten recipe is amazing! The meat was fall-apart tender and the gravy was rich and flavorful. I served it with mashed potatoes and green beans, and it was a perfect meal. I will definitely be making this again.


Rabban Ansari
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I love this sauerbraten recipe! The meat is always so tender and juicy, and the gravy is rich and flavorful. I like to serve it with spaetzle and red cabbage. It's a classic German dish that is always a hit with my family and friends.


Tungalag Gansuh
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This sauerbraten recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it is well worth the effort. The meat is incredibly tender and flavorful, and the gravy is rich and delicious. I served it with mashed potatoes and green beans, and it was a perfect meal. I will de


michelle keenan
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This is the best sauerbraten recipe I've ever tried. The meat is so tender and flavorful, and the gravy is rich and delicious. I served it with mashed potatoes and red cabbage, and it was a perfect meal. I will definitely be making this again and aga


Shalom Isaac
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I made this sauerbraten recipe for a dinner party last weekend, and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it! The meat was so tender and juicy, and the gravy was perfect. I will definitely be making this again.


Olla Mirghani
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This sauerbraten recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it is definitely worth it. The meat is so tender and flavorful, and the gravy is rich and delicious. I served it with mashed potatoes and green beans, and it was a perfect meal.


saifullah rajper
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I've been making this sauerbraten recipe for years, and it's always a hit. The meat is always tender and juicy, and the gravy is rich and flavorful. I like to serve it with mashed potatoes and red cabbage. It's a classic German dish that is always a


Samson Mkwananzi
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This sauerbraten recipe is amazing! The meat was fall-apart tender and the gravy was rich and flavorful. I served it with mashed potatoes and green beans, and it was a perfect meal. I will definitely be making this again.


B.
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I love this sauerbraten recipe! The meat is always so tender and juicy, and the gravy is rich and flavorful. I like to serve it with spaetzle and red cabbage. It's a classic German dish that is always a hit with my family and friends.


yossi konorti
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This sauerbraten recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it is well worth the effort. The meat is incredibly tender and flavorful, and the gravy is rich and delicious. I served it with mashed potatoes and green beans, and it was a perfect meal.


Mk eid mobaruk Mk eid mobaruk
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I made this sauerbraten for a dinner party last weekend, and it was a huge success. Everyone raved about how delicious it was. The meat was so tender and juicy, and the gravy was perfect. I will definitely be making this again for special occasions.


Ywjo Ueiw
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This was my first time making sauerbraten, and I was really impressed with how easy it was. The instructions were clear and concise, and the dish turned out beautifully. The meat was fall-apart tender, and the gravy was flavorful and rich. I will def


Anwuer Hossain
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I've made this sauerbraten recipe several times now, and it always turns out perfect. The key is to marinate the meat for at least 24 hours, which allows the flavors to really penetrate. I also like to add a little bit of brown sugar to the gravy for


Malyk Abrar
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This sauerbraten recipe is a keeper! The meat was so tender and flavorful, and the gravy was rich and delicious. I served it with mashed potatoes and red cabbage, and it was a hit with my family.


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