Indulge in a tantalizing culinary journey with sauerbraten hamburgers, a remarkable fusion of classic German flavors and the quintessential American burger. These mouthwatering patties are crafted from a tender blend of marinated beef, imbued with the rich, tangy notes of vinegar, spices, and herbs. The result is a symphony of flavors that dance on your palate, complemented by a delectable array of toppings and accompaniments. From the classic combination of caramelized onions and tangy sauerkraut to the adventurous fusion of Asian slaw and Sriracha mayonnaise, each recipe caters to diverse taste preferences. Whether you relish the traditional German-style sauerbraten burger or crave a more adventurous twist, this article offers a culinary adventure that will leave you craving more.
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SAUERBRATEN PATTIES
This family favorite was made by my mother back in the '20s. A roast was out of the question on our budget, but chopped meat was only pennies a pound. -Chris Christoffers, Lake Worth, Florida
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 1h20m
Yield 6-8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the eggs, 3/4 cup water, bread crumbs, onion, poultry seasoning, salt and pepper. Crumble beef over mixture; mix well. Shape into eight patties., In a large skillet, brown patties on both sides; drain. Add the broth, vinegar, brown sugar, cloves, bay leaf, gingersnaps and remaining water. Bring to a boil over medium heat. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 1 hour or until meat is no longer pink. Discard cloves and bay leaf.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 297 calories, Fat 14g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 110mg cholesterol, Sodium 665mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 21g protein.
SAUERBRATEN BURGERS
I have been making this recipe shortly after my husband and I started dating, almost 20 years ago. He wanted something different, using ground beef, and in searching many of my cookbooks, he came up with this recipe, I had reservations at first, but made it anyway, it was so good, that he requested it again soon after the first...
Provided by Rose Mary Mogan
Categories Burgers
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- 1. These are the ingredients needed to make this tasty recipe. This picture is compliments of our Just a Pinch Member Wiley P. Thanks again Wiley.
- 2. Reserve 2 tablespoons of crushed gingersnaps. Combine remaining crushed gingersnaps, 2 tablespoons tomato sauce, onions, raisins & salt. Add meat; mix well. Shape into 4 1/2 inch thick patties.
- 3. Brown in skillet: Drain off fat. Combine remaining tomato sauce, sugar, vinegar, water, mustard, and pepper. Pour over burgers. Cover and simmer for 10 to 15 minutes, spooning sauce over meat. Remove burgers. Stir in reserved 2 tablespoons gingersnaps into sauce in skillet. Cook & stir until bubbly. Return burgers to skillet. Heat through. Serve with noodles, rice or potatoes.
- 4. This recipe is so good that I always double the recipe when ever I make it, and there are never any left overs. Also note I also plump my raisins in microwave for about 5 minutes, by covering them with water and heating in microwave for 5 minutes, then let them sit, and drain the water off,and then add them to the meat mixture. This adds extra moisture & slight sweet flavor to the patties. Picture is compliments of Wiley P.
SAUERBRATEN HAMBURGERS
My mother made this frequently when I was growing up. It will never replace real sauerbraten but it sure is a tasty mid-week dinner. We had it with noodles or spaetzle and red cabbage.
Provided by Thea Pappalardo
Categories Burgers
Time 1h
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- 1. Combine first 6 ingredients. Mix lightly and shape into 10 patties. Brown on both sides in a hot, greased skillet. Add 1-1 1/2 cups water and the remaining ingredients. Bring to a boil, cover and simmer for 1 hour. Garnish with gingersnaps crumbs.
TRADITIONAL SAUERBRATEN
I found two slightly different hand written versions of this, my Grandmother's recipe. Born in Nekkar am Rhein in the 1904, she naturally learned to cook traditional German meals as a young woman and didn't rely on a cookbook. I try to capture the nuance in this. Serve with potato dumplings.
Provided by Chris Simpler
Categories World Cuisine Recipes European German
Time P2DT4h15m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Place beef rump roast, onions, vinegar, water, 1 tablespoon salt, 1 tablespoon black pepper, sugar, cloves, and bay leaves in a large pot. Cover and refrigerate for 2 to 3 days, turning meat daily. Remove meat from marinade and pat dry with paper towels, reserving marinade.
- Season flour to taste with salt and black pepper in a large bowl. Sprinkle flour mixture over beef.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large Dutch oven or pot over medium heat; cook beef until brown on all sides, about 10 minutes. Pour reserved marinade over beef, cover, and reduce heat to medium-low. Simmer until beef is tender, 3 1/2 to 4 hours. Remove beef to a platter and slice.
- Strain solids from remaining liquid and continue cooking over medium heat. Add gingersnap cookies and simmer until gravy is thickened about 10 minutes. Serve gravy over sliced beef.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 455.8 calories, Carbohydrate 20.9 g, Cholesterol 100.3 mg, Fat 22.3 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 40.7 g, SaturatedFat 6.8 g, Sodium 1682.5 mg, Sugar 8 g
SAUERBRATEN
Provided by Alton Brown
Categories main-dish
Time P3DT4h50m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- In a large saucepan over high heat combine the water, cider vinegar, red wine vinegar, onion, carrot, salt, pepper, bay leaves, cloves, juniper, and mustard seeds. Cover and bring this to a boil, then lower the heat and simmer for 10 minutes. Set aside to cool.
- Pat the bottom round dry and rub with vegetable oil and salt on all sides. Heat a large saute pan over high heat; add the meat and brown on all sides, approximately 2 to 3 minutes per side.
- When the marinade has cooled to a point where you can stick your finger in it and not be burned, place the meat in a non-reactive vessel and pour over the marinade. Place into the refrigerator for 3 days. If the meat is not completely submerged in the liquid, turn it over once a day.
- After 3 days of marinating, preheat the oven to 325 degrees F.
- Add the sugar to the meat and marinade, cover and place on the middle rack of the oven and cook until tender, approximately 4 hours.
- Remove the meat from the vessel and keep warm. Strain the liquid to remove the solids. Return the liquid to the pan and place over medium-high heat. Whisk in the gingersnaps and cook until thickened, stirring occasionally. Strain the sauce through a fine mesh sieve to remove any lumps. Add the raisins if desired. Slice the meat and serve with the sauce.
SAUERBRATEN BURGERS
Make and share this Sauerbraten Burgers recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Julie Bs Hive
Categories Meat
Time 37m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Reserve 2 tbsp of the crushed gingersnaps.
- Combine remaining gingersnaps, 2 tbsp of the tomato sauce, onions, raisins, and salt.
- Add meat; mix well.
- Shaped into four 1.2 in thick patties.
- Brown in skillet; drain off fat.
- Combine remaining tomato sauce, sugar, vinegar, water, mustard and pepper.
- Pour over burgers.
- Cover; simmer for 10-15 minutes, spooning sauce over meat.
- Remove burgers.
- Stir the reserved 2 tbsp into sauce in skillet.
- Cook until bubbly.
- Return burgers to skillet; heat through.
- Serve with hot buttered noodles.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 412.6, Fat 20, SaturatedFat 7.4, Cholesterol 77.1, Sodium 867.9, Carbohydrate 33.9, Fiber 1.7, Sugar 15.2, Protein 23.6
EASY SAUERBRATEN
This easy sauerbraten recipe is a tasty example of traditional German fare. Its definitive pickled tang is pleasing and sure to delight German food lovers. -Patricia Rutherford, Winchester, Illinois
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 3h25m
Yield 10 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the water, vinegar, cloves, bay leaves, salt and brown sugar. Remove 2 cups to a small bowl; cover and refrigerate. Pour remaining marinade into a 2-gal. resealable plastic bag. Add roast; seal bag and turn to coat. Refrigerate for 1-2 days, turning twice each day., Discard marinade and spices. Pat roast dry; dredge in flour. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, brown roast in oil on all sides. Transfer to a small roasting pan. Add the onion, carrots, celery and reserved marinade. , Cover and bake at 325° for 3 to 3-1/2 hours or until meat is tender. With a slotted spoon, remove meat and vegetables to a serving platter. Strain cooking juices; thicken if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 365 calories, Fat 20g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 118mg cholesterol, Sodium 368mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 36g protein.
KATE'S EASY GERMAN SAUERBRATEN
This is a slow-cooker version of a classic German recipe. Sauerbraten is often served with red cabbage and spaetzle noodles.
Provided by kateshort
Categories World Cuisine Recipes European German
Time P2DT8h50m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Heat water, red wine, cider vinegar, lemon, 1/2 onion, garlic, cloves, bay leaves, white sugar, salt, juniper berries, and peppercorns in a saucepan over medium heat until sugar is dissolved, about 5 minutes. Allow marinade to cool and pour into a resealable plastic bag. Add beef roast, coat with marinade, squeeze out excess air, and seal bag. Marinate in the refrigerator 2 to 3 days, turning the roast twice a day.
- Place onions, carrots, and celery in a slow cooker. Remove roast from marinade and place atop vegetables. Strain marinade and pour 2 1/2 cups over roast; reserve remaining marinade.
- Cover and cook roast on Low for 8 hours. Turn slow cooker off. Transfer roast to a cutting board and cover with aluminum foil. Strain cooking liquid into a large bowl and return vegetables to slow cooker to rest.
- Heat about 3 cups cooking liquid and gingersnaps in a saucepan over medium-high heat, adding reserved marinade as needed, until gravy is thickened, about 10 minutes.
- Slice roast and serve with vegetables and gravy.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 460.4 calories, Carbohydrate 17.9 g, Cholesterol 103.3 mg, Fat 27 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 27.8 g, SaturatedFat 10.5 g, Sodium 1875.3 mg, Sugar 9.6 g
Tips:
- Use a good quality ground beef for the burgers. Look for ground chuck or sirloin that is 80% lean or higher.
- Don't overwork the meat when mixing the ingredients. Overworking the meat will make the burgers tough.
- Use a light touch when shaping the burgers. Don't press down on them too hard, or they will become dense.
- Cook the burgers over medium heat. This will help to prevent them from drying out.
- Don't flip the burgers too often. Flipping them too often will make them tough.
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure that the burgers are cooked to your desired doneness.
- Let the burgers rest for a few minutes before serving. This will help to keep them juicy.
Conclusion:
Sauerbraten hamburgers are a delicious and easy-to-make meal. They are perfect for a weeknight dinner or a weekend cookout. The tangy sauce and the tender beef make these burgers irresistible. So next time you are looking for a new burger recipe, give sauerbraten hamburgers a try.
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