Sauerbraten Recipe
Description: The family really enjoys this at our Holiday dinners. Looks more labor intense then it is. Keep in mind that the prep time of 4 days + or – is in the meat marinating. I put the meat into a large zip-lock bag to marinate, also for easy clean up.
Cook Time: 3 hours
Prep Time: 96 hours
Total Time: 99 hours
Recipe Category: Meat
Keywords: German, European, Christmas, Weeknight, Stove Top
Servings: 12
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 3 1/2 – 4 | boneless beef chuck roast |
| 6 | cloves |
| 1 | boiling water |
| 2 | bay leaves |
| 2 | salt |
| 2 | onions |
| 1 1/2 | red wine vinegar |
| 12 | peppercorns |
| 12 | head of cabbage |
| 1 | shortening |
| 2 | sugar |
| 2 | gingersnaps |
Nutrition Facts (Per Serving):
- Calories: 268.1
- Fat Content: 10.9g
- Saturated Fat Content: 4.3g
- Cholesterol Content: 87.3mg
- Sodium Content: 551.2mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 12.8g
- Fiber Content: 2.4g
- Sugar Content: 5.3g
- Protein Content: 29.5g
Instructions:
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Wipe meat with damp cloth and place in a plastic container with a lid.
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Combine cloves, boiling water, bay leaves, salt, onions, red wine vinegar, and peppercorns, then pour over the meat.
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Cover and let stand in the refrigerator for 3 to 6 days.
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Turn meat twice a day with wooden spoons (never pierce meat with a fork).
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Remove meat from marinade and save marinade.
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Heat shortening in a large skillet and brown meat slowly on both sides.
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Add marinade; cover and simmer for 2 1/2 to 3 hours or until meat is thoroughly tender. Alternatively, put it into a crock-pot and cook on low for 6 to 8 hours. Ensure not to overcook.
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Remove meat and onions, keep them warm.
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Strain marinade and measure liquid. Add water to make 2 1/2 cups.
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Pour liquid back into a skillet and add cabbage wedges. Cover and simmer for 10 minutes.
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Stir in gingersnaps and sugar into the liquid with cabbage. Simmer for 3 minutes or more to make gravy.
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Remove toothpicks and arrange cabbage wedges on a hot platter with the meat and onions.
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Serve gingersnap gravy alongside.
Tips:
- Marinate the meat for at least 3 days for the best flavor.
- Be patient while simmering the meat; slow cooking ensures tenderness.
- Adjust sugar according to your taste preference.
- Serve with mashed potatoes or spaetzle for a traditional German meal.
- This dish can also be enjoyed as leftovers, as flavors tend to deepen with time.
