Pepperladen: A Spicy Twist on Rouladen
Cook Time: 5 hours
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 5 hours 20 minutes
Recipe Category: Vegetable
Keywords: Meat, Canadian, German, European, Weeknight
Description:
Pepperladen is a vibrant variation of the classic rouladen, offering a customizable level of heat to suit your palate. The accompanying sauce, enriched with sun-dried tomatoes, complements pasta dishes exquisitely when served cooled.
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 83.2
- Fat Content: 3.7g
- Saturated Fat Content: 0.9g
- Cholesterol Content: 8.4mg
- Sodium Content: 818mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 11.3g
- Fiber Content: 1.9g
- Sugar Content: 3.6g
- Protein Content: 2.8g
Ingredients:
- 4 rouladens
- Hot pickled peppers, 4 tablespoons
- Mushrooms
- Celery
- Green onions
- Garlic
- Sweet pepper
- Onion
- Sun-dried tomatoes, 4 chopped
- Mrs. Dash seasoning
Instructions:
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Prepare Rouladens:
- Spread out the 4 rouladens and season with salt and pepper.
- Place 1 tablespoon of hot pickled peppers on each rouladen.
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Prepare Vegetable Filling:
- Mix mushrooms, celery, green onions, garlic, sweet pepper, and onion together.
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Assemble Rouladens:
- Distribute the vegetable mixture equally along the narrow edge of each rouladen.
- Sprinkle with Mrs. Dash seasoning.
- Roll each rouladen jelly-roll style and secure with a toothpick.
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Cooking Process:
- Place the prepared rouladens in a slow cooker (crockpot).
- Pour over celery soup.
- Cook on low for 5 hours.
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Final Touches:
- Just before serving, add the chopped sun-dried tomatoes and hot sauce to the slow cooker.
- Stir gently to incorporate.
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Serving:
- Serve Pepperladen over cooked, buttered noodles or your choice of pasta.
- Enjoy the flavorful sauce that enhances this dish.
Chef’s Tips:
- Adjust the heat level by varying the amount of hot pickled peppers used.
- Ensure rouladens are tightly rolled and secured to prevent them from unraveling during cooking.
- The slow cooking process allows flavors to meld perfectly, creating a rich, savory sauce.
Conclusion:
Pepperladen offers a delightful twist on traditional rouladen, blending Canadian and German influences with a touch of European flair. Perfect for a weeknight meal, this dish promises both comfort and culinary adventure with its customizable heat and deliciously paired sauce.
