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Sauerbraten selbst gemacht – So einfach und lecker war’s noch nie!

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🌍Authentic German recipe from a Germany-based creator — ingredients and steps translated below
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Sauerbraten

Cultural Context

Sauerbraten, a traditional German pot roast, originated in the 16th century as a way to tenderize tougher cuts of meat through marination. This dish reflects the resourcefulness of German cuisine, utilizing vinegar and spices to enhance flavor and preserve meat. It is often served during festive occasions, particularly around holidays, and has inspired various regional adaptations across Germany and beyond, making it a beloved comfort food worldwide.

GermanDEmain
360 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
1.5 kg Semerrolle
Salt
Pepper
0.7 liters red wine
A splash of red wine vinegar
2 bay leaves
10 juniper berries
10 allspice berries
1 tablespoon honey
½ leek
Approximately 100 g celery
4 carrots
1 large onion
Clarified butter for frying
1 heaping tablespoon tomato paste
1 liter water
Approximately 2 tablespoons cornstarch

red wine

🥗Healthier: non-alcoholic red wine

💰Cheaper: grape juice

Grape juice mimics flavor without alcohol.

beef roast

🥗Healthier: pork roast

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Chicken is more affordable and lower in fat.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Brown sugar adds depth without extra cost.

beef broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water with seasoning

Vegetable broth reduces calories and cost.

1

Prepare the marinade with red wine, red wine vinegar, bay leaves, juniper berries, allspice berries, honey, salt, and pepper.

2

Marinate the Semerrolle in the marinade for several hours or overnight.

3

Sear the marinated Semerrolle in clarified butter until browned on all sides.

4

Add chopped leek, celery, carrots, and onion to the pot with the meat.

5

Stir in the tomato paste and cook for a few minutes.

6

Add the marinade and water to the pot, bringing it to a simmer.

7

Cover and cook the meat slowly until tender, about 2-3 hours.

8

Once cooked, remove the meat and strain the sauce.

9

Thicken the sauce with cornstarch as needed.

Cooking Techniques

marinatingsearingbraisingreducing

Equipment Needed

pot

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️Contains Alcohol

Dietary

dairy-freegluten-free

Also Known As

German pot roastSauerbraten mit Rotkohl
Local Name: Sauerbraten

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