**Beef Rouladen: A Culinary Journey Through German Delicacies**
Embark on a culinary adventure with Beef Rouladen, a traditional German dish that tantalizes taste buds with its exquisite flavors and comforting textures. These carefully crafted roulades, also known as Beef Rolls, are a symphony of thinly sliced beef wrapped around a savory filling of bacon, pickles, onions, and herbs, creating a delectable masterpiece. Discover the art of preparing Beef Rouladen with our comprehensive guide, featuring three unique recipes that explore the diverse culinary landscapes of Germany. From the classic Rouladen recipe, rooted in Bavarian tradition, to the innovative Black Forest Rouladen, infused with the flavors of smoked ham and tangy cherries, and the elegant Prussian Rouladen, renowned for its rich mushroom filling, each recipe promises a distinct gastronomic experience.
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.
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.
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
CHEF JOHN'S BEEF ROULADEN
For something that looks and tastes as impressive as this beef rouladen, it's actually one of the simplest stuffed meat recipes I know. You can pretty much use any cheap cut of beef; I used round steak, but rump, chuck, flap meat, and other similar cuts will work work.
Provided by Chef John
Categories World Cuisine Recipes European German
Time 1h50m
Yield 2
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Place slices of beef on a work surface, Season both sides with kosher salt and pepper. Spread one side with mustard. Place bacon strips on the mustard and sprinkle with paprika. Arrange onion slices cross-wise on the beef. Then evenly space 3 pickle slices across each slice of beef. Keep about an inch of the narrowest end of the beef slice free of toppings to facilitate rolling it up.
- Roll each slice of meat, beginning from the wider of the two short ends, working to keep all ingredients inside the roll. Rolls should be nice and tight. Secure the rolls (seam side down) with 3 loops of butcher's twine, one in the middle and one at each end. Trim excess string.
- Heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat in a large saucepan. Cook beef, turning and browning well on all sides, about 8 minutes. Remove meat from pan. Reduce heat to medium-low. Melt butter in the pan; whisk in the flour, cooking for about 1 minute. Pour in cold beef broth and whisk vigorously to combine. Raise heat to medium-high and simmer until sauce begins to thicken, about 1 minute.
- Transfer beef rolls to pan along with accumulated juices. Reduce heat to very low. Simmer gently, covered, turning rolls every 20 minutes or so, until beef is tender, about 1 1/2 hours. When the tip of a sharp knife can easily be inserted into the beef roll, the meat is done.
- Transfer meat to dish to allow it to rest. Raise heat to high and bring cooking liquid to a simmer to thicken slightly to make a gravy, about 1 minute. Serve rouladen with gravy.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 640.8 calories, Carbohydrate 22.8 g, Cholesterol 141.3 mg, Fat 38.8 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 47.8 g, SaturatedFat 15.7 g, Sodium 5266.1 mg, Sugar 2.4 g
ROUND STEAK
"There's no need to brown the steak first, so you can get this main course into the oven in short order," relates Sue Call from Beech Grove, Indiana. The fork-tender results are sure to remind you of Swiss steak Grandma used to make, with lots of sauce left over for dipping.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 1h55m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Trim beef; cut into serving-size pieces. Place in a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. Sprinkle with pepper. Top with the onion, mushrooms and tomato sauce. Cover and bake at 325° for 1-3/4 to 2 hours or until meat is tender. Serve over noodles.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 209 calories, Fat 10g fat, Cholesterol 68mg cholesterol, Sodium 112mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate, Fiber 26g protein. Diabetic Exchanges, Protein 1 vegetable.
Tips:
- Choose a round steak that is at least 1 inch thick. This will ensure that the rouladen is cooked evenly.
- Use a sharp knife to slice the steak against the grain. This will help to tenderize the meat.
- Pound the steak lightly with a meat mallet to further tenderize it.
- Spread a thin layer of mustard over the steak. This will help to keep the rouladen moist and flavorful.
- Place the filling in the center of the steak and roll it up tightly. Secure the rouladen with toothpicks or kitchen twine.
- Brown the rouladen in a hot skillet over medium-high heat. This will help to seal in the juices.
- Transfer the rouladen to a slow cooker and cook on low for 8-10 hours, or until the meat is fall-apart tender.
- Serve the rouladen with your favorite sides, such as mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or spaetzle.
Conclusion:
Beef rouladen is a delicious and elegant dish that is perfect for a special occasion. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With a little planning, you can create a rouladen that will impress your family and friends.
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