**Beef roulade**, a classic German dish, is a delectable combination of thinly sliced beef rolled around a savory filling, then braised in a rich sauce until fall-apart tender. This culinary masterpiece showcases the perfect balance of flavors, textures, and aromas.
The star of the show is the beef, typically a flank steak or top round, expertly pounded thin and seasoned to perfection. The filling, a symphony of flavors, often includes a combination of bacon, onions, pickles, and mustard, adding a smoky, tangy, and savory dimension to each bite. Some variations incorporate additional ingredients such as mushrooms, herbs, and nuts, creating a delightful symphony of textures and tastes.
Once the roulades are meticulously rolled and secured with kitchen twine, they are gently browned in a pan to develop a rich, caramelized crust that seals in the juices and flavors. The roulades are then braised in a flavorful broth or sauce, often enhanced with red wine, herbs, and spices, resulting in a tender and succulent dish that falls apart at the touch of a fork.
Accompaniments play a crucial role in completing the beef roulade experience. Mashed potatoes, with their creamy and fluffy texture, provide a comforting base for the rich and savory roulades. Red cabbage, braised with vinegar and spices, adds a vibrant color and a tangy counterbalance to the richness of the meat. Spätzle, the quintessential German egg noodles, offers a chewy and delectable complement to the roulades, soaking up the luscious sauce.
This article presents a collection of beef roulade recipes, each offering unique variations on this timeless dish. From the classic German beef roulade to versions featuring different fillings, cooking techniques, and accompaniments, there's a roulade recipe for every palate and occasion. Whether you're a seasoned home cook or a novice in the kitchen, these recipes will guide you in creating a memorable and delicious beef roulade experience.
GERMAN BEEF ROULADEN
Until I entered kindergarten, we spoke German in our home and kept many old-world customs. We always enjoyed the food of our family's homeland. Mom usually prepared this for my birthday dinner. -Helga Schlape, Florham Park, New Jersey
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 2h
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Cut steak into six serving-size pieces; pound to 1/4-in. thickness. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Place a bacon strip down the center of each piece; arrange a pickle half on one edge. Roll up and secure with a toothpick. , In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Brown beef on all sides. Add the water, onion, parsley and bouillon if desired. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 1-1/2 to 2 hours or until meat is tender. Remove to a serving platter and keep warm. , For gravy, skim fat from drippings. Combine the flour, water and browning sauce if desired; stir into drippings. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Serve with beef.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 481 calories, Fat 25g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 143mg cholesterol, Sodium 754mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 54g protein.
OMA'S AUTHENTIC GERMAN BEEF ROULADEN RECIPE - JUST LIKE OMA
This traditional German beef rouladen recipe served with potato dumplings and red cabbage is my most cherished German food from my childhood and still our very favorite.
Provided by Gerhild Fulson
Categories main course
Time 2h30m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Prep meat accourding to recipe instructions, cook until tender and make gravy.
GERMAN BEEF ROULADEN
Steps:
- Gather the ingredients.
- Slice the beef about 1/4-inch thick across the large surface (horizontally). This can be done with a slicing machine, by the butcher, or by hand with a very sharp knife . This works best when the meat is partially frozen. You should be able to get 4 to 6 slices from the meat. Lay beef out flat.
- Cut pickle lengthwise into strips and dice the onion and bacon very finely and set aside.
- Spread each beef slice with mustard; fill one end with 2 slices of pickle, 1 to 2 tablespoons of onion, and some diced bacon.
- Roll up from the filled end and tie with string (tie like you are wrapping a present or use a modified blanket stitch), or use turkey lacers (in Germany they are called rouladennadel ) to keep the rolls tightly closed.
- Melt the butter and oil in a saucepan or Dutch oven and brown the outside of the roulades in it. Remove the roulades to a plate.
- Add the diced carrot and celery, which is known as a suppengrün or mirepoix , to the same pan the rolls were braised in. Sauté for a few minutes, until soft.
- Place the beef rolls back on top of the vegetables, add the red wine and a little water, to make about 1/2-inch of liquid in the pan.
- Add the bay leaf , 1/2 teaspoon of salt (depends on how salty the bacon is), and some grinds of pepper.
- Cover and braise over low heat for 2 hours, or until beef is tender.
- Remove beef roulades and keep warm.
- Purée sauce and thicken (optional) with a little cream, sour cream, or Wondra flour (known as sossenbinder in Germany). Season to taste with more salt and pepper as needed.
- Place roulades back in the sauce until serving time.
- Serve with boiled potatoes ( dampfkartoffeln or parsley potatoes) or spaetzle noodles and red cabbage .
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 387 kcal, Carbohydrate 4 g, Cholesterol 125 mg, Fiber 1 g, Protein 34 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, Sodium 317 mg, Sugar 2 g, Fat 24 g, ServingSize 4 to 6 roulades (8 servings), UnsaturatedFat 0 g
GERMAN ROULADEN
Meat rolls filled with bacon, onions and pickles. Delicious, easy recipe learned while visiting Germany.
Provided by Ron Oldham
Categories World Cuisine Recipes European German
Time 1h30m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Cut the flank steak into thin filets; about 1/4 inch thick and 3 inches wide.
- Generously spread one side of each filet with mustard to taste. Place bacon, onions and pickle slices on each filet and form into a roll. Use string or toothpicks to hold the roll together.
- Heat a skillet over medium heat and melt butter. Place the rolls in the butter and saute until browned.
- Pour in 2 1/2 cups of water and add the bouillon cube; stirring to dissolve the bouillon cube. Simmer the rolls for about an hour.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 264.3 calories, Carbohydrate 7.7 g, Cholesterol 59.4 mg, Fat 17.4 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 19.1 g, SaturatedFat 7.6 g, Sodium 1449.5 mg, Sugar 4.1 g
EASY GERMAN BEEF ROULADE
Make and share this Easy German Beef Roulade recipe from Food.com.
Provided by LAURIE
Categories Roast Beef
Time 1h50m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- With meat mallet or rolling pin, flatten meat to about a 10x8 rectangle.
- Spread with mustard.
- In large skillet on medium high heat, cook bacon and onion til bacon is crisp.
- Pour off fat reserving 1/4 cup in skillet.
- Spread bacon mix over meat.
- Sprinkle pickle on top.
- Roll up meat from short end and secure with string or turkey pins.
- Place meat roll in skillet over medium high heat in reserved bacon fat and brown on all sides.
- Remove to 13x9 baking dish.
- Stir flour into fat in skillet and blend until smooth, gradually stirring in beef broth.
- Cook and stir over medium heat until thickened.
- Pour sauce over beef roll.
- Cover and bake at 325 degrees for 1 1/2 hours or until done.
- Let stand 10 minutes before slicing.
- Skim fat from sauce, strain and serve with meat.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 298.2, Fat 14.4, SaturatedFat 5.6, Cholesterol 97.3, Sodium 438.8, Carbohydrate 6.1, Fiber 0.6, Sugar 1, Protein 33.7
GERMAN BEEF ROULADEN
This is another great German recipe that reminds me of my mom's wonderful cooking. Enjoy this unique and delicious dish!
Provided by DebbyO
Categories World Cuisine Recipes European German
Time 55m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Spread 1/2 tablespoon mustard over one side of each piece of meat. Sprinkle the onion, paprika, salt, and pepper evenly over the steaks. Lay one slice of bacon on each piece. Roll the steaks jelly-roll style and secure with toothpicks.
- Heat the canola oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook meat on all sides until browned. Add the beef broth and water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium low; cover and simmer until tender, about 30 minutes.
- Remove the meat rolls. Strain the broth mixture and return liquid to the skillet. Whisk together the cornstarch and 1 cup of water. Slowly pour the cornstarch slurry into the skillet, stirring continually until the sauce has thickened, 2 to 3 minutes. Stir in the sour cream. Return rolls to the sauce; serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 351.4 calories, Carbohydrate 5.4 g, Cholesterol 113.2 mg, Fat 15.6 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 44.6 g, SaturatedFat 4.6 g, Sodium 1132.7 mg, Sugar 0.5 g
TRADITIONAL BEEF ROULADEN
Provided by Food Network
Time 1h35m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
- Place each top round slice between wax paper and pound to tenderize; add salt and pepper and generously spread each with the spicy mustard.
- On the wide part of each piece of meat, place about 5 pieces of the dill pickle spears, some onion and a heaping tablespoon of the browned bacon. Fold in the edges and roll up like a burrito.
- Carefully brown the rolls on all sides in a frying pan. Place in a large pot with the beef stock.
- Put a slice of the raw potatoes between each rolled roulade, making sure the pot is packed tight; the potato slices will hold the roulade together without having to use a string. Cover and bake for about 45 minutes.
- Make your gravy from the drippings by mixing the flour and butter and adding it slowly into the beef stock until it reaches the desired consistency. Serve with red cabbage and potatoes or spaetzle. You can also serve the potatoes that have soaked up all the delicious juices and held together the rouladen.
BEEF ROULADEN
Our family was poor when I was growing up in Germany, so we ate garden vegetables for many weekday meals. When Mother made meat for a Sunday dinner, it was a terrific treat. My favorite is this beef rouladen, which gets great flavor from Dijon mustard. -Karin Cousineau, Burlington, North Carolina
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 2h5m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Lightly spread mustard on each slice of steak; sprinkle with salt and pepper. Place 1 bacon strip and a few onion wedges on each slice; roll up; secure with toothpicks. , In a large skillet, brown beef in oil until no longer pink; drain. Add broth; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 1-1/2 hours or until meat is tender. , Remove meat and keep warm. Combine flour and water until smooth; gradually stir into broth. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly until thickened and bubbly. Remove toothpicks. Return beef to gravy; heat through. Sprinkle with parsley if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 355 calories, Fat 23g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 79mg cholesterol, Sodium 695mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 30g protein.
Tips:
- Choose the right cut of beef: Look for a thin, flank steak or top sirloin steak. These cuts are tender and will cook quickly.
- Pound the beef thin: This will help it cook evenly and will make it easier to roll.
- Use a variety of fillings: Feel free to get creative with the fillings for your roulades. Some popular options include bacon, cheese, onions, and mushrooms.
- Brown the roulades before baking: This will help to seal in the juices and give the roulades a nice color.
- Cook the roulades in a covered dish: This will help to keep them moist.
- Let the roulades rest before slicing: This will help to keep them from falling apart.
Conclusion:
German beef roulades are a delicious and elegant dish that is perfect for a special occasion. With a little planning and effort, you can easily make this dish at home. Just be sure to follow the tips above to ensure that your roulades are cooked to perfection. Serve the roulades with your favorite sides, such as mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or a simple salad, and enjoy!
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