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German Sunday Roast

Cultural Context

The German Sunday Roast, or Sonntagsbraten, has its roots in family traditions where a hearty meal is prepared to bring loved ones together after church. This dish often features a flavorful roast, accompanied by seasonal vegetables and gravy, symbolizing comfort and celebration. Today, variations exist across Germany, with different meats and sides reflecting regional preferences, making it a beloved staple for gatherings and special occasions.

GermanDEmain
240 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
1 pound ground beef
2 eggs
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon oregano
1 teaspoon dried garlic
1 teaspoon mustard
2 tablespoons tomato paste
2 ounces breadcrumbs
1 onion
1 bunch fresh parsley
olive oil
butter
1 red bell pepper
1 carrot
1 red onion
2 cloves garlic
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
4 ounces cheddar cheese
1 teaspoon sugar
1 pickle
2 and 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon sugar
2 sticks cold unsalted butter
7 tablespoons ice-cold water

beef roast

🥗Healthier: pork roast

💰Cheaper: chicken

Pork and chicken are often more affordable and can be just as flavorful.

red wine

🥗Healthier: grape juice

💰Cheaper: white wine

Grape juice can provide sweetness without alcohol, while white wine is often less expensive.

1

Place 1 pound of ground beef into a large bowl.

2

Crack in 2 eggs.

3

Add 1 teaspoon of salt, 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper, 1 teaspoon of oregano, 1 teaspoon of dried garlic, 1 teaspoon of mustard, 2 tablespoons of tomato paste, and 2 ounces of breadcrumbs to the bowl.

4

Mix everything thoroughly until the mixture becomes smooth and even.

5

Grate 1 onion and add it to the bowl.

6

Finely chop a bunch of fresh parsley and add it to the beef mixture.

7

Pour a little olive oil into a frying pan and add a small piece of butter, letting it melt gently into the oil.

8

Finely chop 1 red bell pepper and add it to the pan, sautéing for 2 to 3 minutes over medium heat.

9

Grate 1 carrot and add it to the pan with the peppers, frying for another 2 to 3 minutes while stirring gently.

10

Slice 1 red onion and add it to the pan, frying for another 2 to 3 minutes.

11

Add all the sautéed vegetables to the bowl with the ground beef and mix until the filling becomes smooth and even.

12

Place 2 eggs into a small ladle or saucepan, cover with water, and cook until done.

13

Sprinkle some flour onto a sheet of baking paper and place a layer of yeast puff pastry on top.

14

Roll out the dough with a rolling pin until it becomes wide and thin.

15

Pour a little olive oil into a frying pan and melt a small piece of butter in the pan.

16

Grate 2 cloves of garlic and add it to the pan, warming it just enough to awaken its fragrance.

17

Pour the garlic-infused butter over the rolled-out dough and spread it evenly with a brush.

18

Spread the meat mixture over the dough in a thin, even layer.

19

Grate the cooked eggs while they’re still slightly warm and transfer them into a bowl.

20

Grate 4 ounces of cheddar cheese and add it to the eggs.

21

Add 1/2 teaspoon of salt, 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper, and 2 tablespoons of mayonnaise to the egg and cheese mixture, mixing until smooth and creamy.

22

Spread this filling evenly over the ground beef layer.

23

Roll the dough into a log shape and make small incisions on top.

24

Break 1 egg into a bowl, add 1 teaspoon of salt and 1 teaspoon of sugar, and beat until glossy.

25

Brush the egg mixture over the dough.

26

Preheat the oven to 360°F (180°C).

27

Bake the roll for 35 minutes.

28

In a small bowl, mix 1 tablespoon of mayonnaise, 2 cloves of grated garlic, 2 tablespoons of tomato paste, 1 grated pickle, 1 teaspoon of mustard, and 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper and oregano until smooth.

29

Take the roll out of the oven and slice it into even portions.

30

Arrange the slices on a plate and add the prepared sauce on the side.

Cooking Techniques

searingbraisingroasting

Equipment Needed

large bowlfrying panrolling pinsmall ladle or saucepansheet of baking paperovensmall bowl

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️Contains Alcohol

Also Known As

SonntagsbratenGerman Pot Roast
Local Name: Sonntagsbraten

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