SAUERBRATEN WITH SOUR CREAM GRAVY, WIENERWALD-STYLE
Long ago, when I was a young soldier stationed in Germany, I took my equally young wife to dinner at a little restaurant called Wienerwald, in Frankfurt am Main. I remember ordering a plate of sauerbraten, and I was amazed at how good it was. This recipe is my attempt to recreate that wonderful dish from long ago. Serve with riced potatoes, pickled red cabbage, sauerkraut, or spaetzle, and a hearty German beer, Riesling, or Gewurztraminer wine.
Provided by Keith Stacy
Categories World Cuisine Recipes European German
Time P4DT2h15m
Yield 24
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Heat 2 cups water and 2 cups vinegar in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add salt, cinnamon sticks, peppercorns, mustard seeds, ginger, allspice, and cloves. Bring to a simmer; immediately remove from heat. Stir in brown sugar until dissolved. Add Marsala wine. Let mixture steep until pan is cool enough to touch, at least 20 minutes.
- Place beef top round in a 1 1/2-quart resealable zip-top bag. Pour liquid around the beef. Pour in remaining water and vinegar and seal bag, removing as much air as possible. Place bag in a leak-proof container and refrigerate for 4 days, turning once a day.
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Remove meat from bag and transfer into a roasting pan; reserve the marinade.
- Strain spices out of the marinade and discard. Pour 1/2 of the liquid into the pan with the meat and reserve the rest, about 4 cups, in a saucepan.
- Bake in the preheated oven until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part reads 165 degrees F (74 degrees C), about 1 1/2 hours. Transfer to a platter and let rest.
- Bring the 4 cups of remaining marinade to a simmer. Stir in sour cream and cook until thickened to your preference, 6 to 10 minutes. Slice beef against the grain and spoon the gravy on top.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 313.7 calories, Carbohydrate 24.5 g, Cholesterol 68.9 mg, Fat 12 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 23.7 g, SaturatedFat 5.4 g, Sodium 1022 mg, Sugar 18.8 g
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Joanne “Jojo” Adams
[email protected]This sauerbraten recipe is a classic for a reason. The meat is fall-apart tender, and the gravy is rich and flavorful. I love serving it with mashed potatoes and red cabbage. It's a hearty and delicious meal that's perfect for a special occasion.
Lobna Soltan
[email protected]I've been making sauerbraten for years, and this recipe is one of my favorites. The meat is always tender and flavorful, and the gravy is rich and creamy. I highly recommend this recipe to anyone who loves sauerbraten.
Gaba Zahra Ka
[email protected]This sauerbraten recipe is a great way to impress your guests. The meat is cooked to perfection, and the sour cream gravy is divine. I served it with roasted potatoes and asparagus, and it was a meal that everyone loved.
Shakur Pierce
[email protected]I'm a big fan of sour cream gravy, and this recipe did not disappoint. The gravy was rich and flavorful, and it paired perfectly with the tender sauerbraten. I will definitely be making this recipe again.
Baraka Online
[email protected]This sauerbraten recipe is a great way to use up leftover beef. The meat is cooked in a flavorful marinade, and the sour cream gravy adds a creamy richness. I served it with egg noodles and green beans, and it was a delicious and satisfying meal.
Adam Gonzalez
[email protected]I made this sauerbraten for a dinner party, and it was a huge success. The guests raved about the flavor of the meat and the gravy. I will definitely be making this again for future parties.
Philus Tv
[email protected]This sauerbraten recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's worth the effort. The meat is fall-apart tender, and the gravy is divine. I served it with mashed potatoes and red cabbage, and it was a hit with my family.
Shahrukh Siddi
[email protected]I've made sauerbraten many times before, but this recipe is by far the best. The meat was so tender and juicy, and the gravy was rich and flavorful. I highly recommend this recipe.
Frank Tree
[email protected]This was my first time making sauerbraten, and it turned out great! The instructions were easy to follow, and the dish was ready in no time. I will definitely be making this again.
Roberto Estrella
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of sauerbraten, but this recipe changed my mind. The sour cream gravy really mellowed out the flavor of the meat, and the whole dish was incredibly delicious.
Muhammedlawal Adisa
[email protected]This sauerbraten recipe is a keeper! The meat was so tender and flavorful, and the sour cream gravy was the perfect complement. I will definitely be making this again.