Marinade for Beef (Sauerbraten) 🥩
Preparation Time: 5 minutes
Cooking Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Servings: 5 cups
Yield: 5 cups
Description:
Indulge in the rich flavors of this traditional German marinade, perfect for beef sauerbraten. This recipe, carefully crafted and shared with love, brings together a blend of aromatic spices and tangy fruits to tenderize and infuse your beef with layers of irresistible taste. With just a few simple steps, you’ll create a marinade that transforms your beef into a culinary masterpiece.
Ingredients:
- 2 cups cider vinegar
- 2 cups water
- 1 onion
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 12 whole peppercorns
- 3 teaspoons cracked pepper
- 2 cloves
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 lemon
Instructions:
| Step | Description | Time |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Begin by gathering all your ingredients. | – |
| 2 | Peel and thinly slice the onion. | – |
| 3 | In a sturdy stainless steel saucepan, combine the cider vinegar, water, sliced onion, sugar, salt, whole peppercorns, cracked pepper, cloves, bay leaf, and lemon. | – |
| 4 | Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a scalding temperature. Be careful not to let it boil. | 10 minutes |
| 5 | Once scalding, remove the saucepan from the heat and let the marinade cool slightly. | – |
| 6 | While the marinade is still hot, prepare a non-aluminum container large enough to hold your uncooked beef. | – |
| 7 | Place the uncooked beef into the container. | – |
| 8 | Carefully pour the hot marinade over the beef, ensuring it is completely covered. | – |
| 9 | Allow the beef and marinade to cool to room temperature. Then, cover the container securely and transfer it to the refrigerator. | – |
| 10 | Let the beef marinate in the refrigerator for a minimum of 4 days, allowing the flavors to fully penetrate the meat. | – |
| 11 | After the marinating period, remove the beef from the refrigerator and drain off excess marinade. | – |
| 12 | Cook the beef according to your favorite sauerbraten recipe, savoring the delicious flavors imparted by the marinade. | – |
| 13 | Serve your tender and flavorful beef sauerbraten alongside traditional German sides for an authentic culinary experience. | – |
With this marinade recipe, your beef sauerbraten will be bursting with flavor, enticing your taste buds and delighting your guests with each and every bite. Enjoy the rich heritage and mouthwatering taste of this classic German dish, made even more special with your homemade marinade.
