FUHRMANNSBRATEN (BRAISED POT ROAST)

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A traditional German roast named for the "Fuhrmann" or Carter, since it is made with spices he brought from town to town. He also brought news and information of the world and thus was quite popular. This roast is made from a pot roast, arm roast or other inexpensive cut and braised in the oven until tender and flavorful.

Provided by threeovens

Categories     Roast Beef

Time 2h30m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 tablespoons butter or 2 tablespoons cooking oil
3 lbs beef roast
salt & freshly ground black pepper
sweet Hungarian paprika
1 carrot, chopped
1 leek, cleaned and chopped
1/4 celeriac, peeled and chopped or 2 stalks celery, chopped
1 small onion, chopped (about 1 cup)
1/4 cup tomato paste
1 1/2 cups water
1 bay leaf
1 teaspoon whole allspice or 1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
1 teaspoon caraway seed
2 tablespoons sour cream (optional)
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice (optional)

Steps:

  • In a large pan or Dutch oven, heat the butter or oil over medium high heat; season the roast all over with salt, pepper, and paprika.
  • Brown on all sides, then remove to a plate.
  • Add the chopped vegetables and brown them also, stirring often so they do not stick.
  • Return the roast to the pot along with the tomato paste, water, bay leaf, allspice, and caraway seed.
  • Cover tightly, reduce heat to low, and cook until roast is fork tender, about 1 1/2 to 2 hours, adding water as necessary.
  • Remove roast and keep warm.
  • Puree sauce with an immersion blender or pour into a regular blender (remove allspice and bay leaf if desired).
  • Stir in sour cream and/or lemon juice, if desired and season with additional salt and pepper, if needed.

Sharon Njeri
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This is the best pot roast recipe I've ever tried. The meat was fall-apart tender and the sauce was so flavorful. I will definitely be making this again!


Zubair Manual
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This recipe is a winner! The meat was so tender and the sauce was rich and flavorful. I served it over egg noodles and it was a huge hit with my family.


keisha.
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This is my favorite pot roast recipe. It's easy to make and always turns out delicious. I love the tender meat and flavorful sauce. I usually serve it over mashed potatoes, but it's also great with rice or noodles.


Tracey Harling
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Not a fan of this recipe. The meat was tough and the sauce was bland.


Alfie Stewart
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This pot roast is a great way to warm up on a cold winter day. The meat is so tender and the sauce is so flavorful. I served it over mashed potatoes and it was a delicious meal.


Nojom house wifr
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The meat was a little dry, but the sauce was good.


Daniel Anderex
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I made this recipe for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the tender meat and flavorful sauce.


Nombuso Nombuso
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This is my go-to pot roast recipe. It's simple, flavorful, and always a crowd-pleaser.


Arm 786
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and always turns out delicious. I usually serve it over mashed potatoes, but it's also great with rice or noodles.


MeAnna Sellers
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Meh.


Bawa Shani
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This recipe is a keeper! The meat was fall-apart tender and the sauce was rich and flavorful. I served it over egg noodles and it was a huge hit with my family.


Janntul Ferdaus
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Not a fan of the gravy, but the meat was tasty.


mzamani emmanuel
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This pot roast is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. I added some carrots, celery, and onions to the pot, and it turned out delicious.


Margaret Karinde
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Perfect comfort food for a cold winter night.


Lumeech Benjamin
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I've never made pot roast before, but this recipe made it seem like a breeze. The meat was so tender and juicy, and the sauce was rich and flavorful. I'm definitely making this again!


Crystal Sember
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Easy to follow recipe with great results!


Ameerkhan 5817
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This pot roast was fall-apart tender and incredibly flavorful. I served it over mashed potatoes and steamed green beans, and it was a hit! I'll definitely be making this again.