WESTPHALIAN SAUERBRATEN

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This is the sauerbraten I grew up with at my grandma's, my absolute favourite dish ever. We usually had it with potato dumplings and red cabbage. Preparation time does not include marinating time!!

Provided by Mia in Germany

Categories     German

Time 2h30m

Yield 8 , 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

3 lbs chuck roast
2 cups cider vinegar or 2 cups red wine vinegar
1 cup beef broth
2 cloves
2 laurel leaves
5 peppercorns
5 juniper berries
2 medium onions
1 medium carrot
salt, to taste
pepper, to taste
2 ounces gingerbread
4 tablespoons apple butter
1 -2 tablespoon clarified butter or 1 -2 tablespoon lard
1 garlic clove

Steps:

  • For marinating the roast:.
  • Cube onion and carrot, bring to a boil with broth, cloves, laurel leaves, peppercorns and juniper berries. Immediately remove from heat, let cool.
  • Mix cold liquid (with vegetables and spices in it) with cider or red wine vinegar, pour over chuck roast and let marinate 4-5 days in the fridge (in a ziplock bag or airtight container).
  • After marinating, heat 1-2 tablespoons clarified butter or lard in a large pot, get meat out of the marinade and sear from all sides until browned.
  • Add the vegetables from the marinade and sear briefly, too.
  • Deglaze with half of the marinade.
  • Add salt and pepper to taste.
  • Add minced garlic.
  • Let cook for 1 hour.
  • Crumble in the gingerbread and add 4 tablespoons apple butter.
  • Let cook for 1 more hour.
  • Add some water every now and then, if necessary.
  • Add more salt and pepper, if necessary, and thicken the sauce with some cornstarch to taste.
  • Serve with potato dumplings and red cabbage.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 295.1, Fat 11.9, SaturatedFat 5.6, Cholesterol 116.1, Sodium 260.3, Carbohydrate 8.2, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 4.8, Protein 36.7

Ivanka Kamfer
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This sauerbraten recipe is a keeper!


Katrina French
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I love this sauerbraten recipe!


Wilfredo vargas cely
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This is the best sauerbraten recipe I've ever tried.


Habeeb Ayomide
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I've made this sauerbraten recipe several times and it always turns out perfect.


Mariama Fofanah
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This sauerbraten recipe is a must-try for any home cook. The meat is melt-in-your-mouth tender and the flavors are incredible.


MiB 302
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I love this sauerbraten recipe! It's so easy to make and always turns out delicious. The meat is always tender and juicy, and the gravy is rich and flavorful.


Umair pukhtun
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This is the best sauerbraten recipe I've ever had. The meat was so tender and flavorful, and the gravy was perfect. I will definitely be making this again.


Riyad Tuhin
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I made this sauerbraten recipe for a dinner party and it was a huge hit. The meat was so tender and juicy, and the gravy was perfect. Everyone raved about it.


Zeeshan Bhai
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This sauerbraten recipe is a keeper! The meat was fall-off-the-bone tender and the gravy was rich and flavorful. My family loved it.


Rus Adrian
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I've never had sauerbraten before, but this recipe made me a fan. The meat was so tender and the flavors were incredible. I will definitely be making this again.


Elikem Adzika
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I love this sauerbraten recipe! It's so easy to make and always turns out delicious. The meat is always tender and juicy, and the gravy is rich and flavorful. I highly recommend it!


Prince Sabbir
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This is the best sauerbraten recipe I've ever tried. The meat was so tender and flavorful, and the gravy was perfect. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Stacey Jones
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I was a bit hesitant to try this recipe because I'm not a huge fan of German food, but I'm so glad I did! The sauerbraten was delicious. The meat was tender and the flavors were amazing. I will definitely be making this again.


Adulawo Inumidun
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I've made this sauerbraten recipe several times and it always turns out perfect. The meat is always so tender and juicy, and the gravy is rich and flavorful. My family loves it!


Sunizia
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This Westphalian Sauerbraten recipe is a must-try for any home cook. The meat is melt-in-your-mouth tender and the flavors are incredible. I highly recommend it!


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