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Beef Rouladen

Thinly sliced beef rolled around mustard, bacon, pickles, and onions, cooked until tender in a rich wine gravy.

120 minMediumServes 4520 cal/serving

GermanDinnerStovetopStandardHigh ProteinLow CarbDairy-FreeNut-FreeEgg-Free

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Ingredients

  • 2 lbs top round beef cutlets, pounded thin
  • 1/4 cup German mustard
  • 8 slices bacon strips
  • 1 cup yellow onion, diced
  • 4 dill pickle spears, chopped
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 3 cups beef broth
  • 1/2 cup dry red wine
  • 2 tbsp cornstarch
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper

Instructions

  1. 1

    Season 2 lbs pounded thin top round beef cutlets with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper.

  2. 2

    Spread 1/4 cup German mustard evenly over one side of each beef slice.

  3. 3

    Top each slice with 8 slices bacon strips, 1 cup diced yellow onion, and 4 chopped dill pickle spears.

  4. 4

    Roll beef tightly around filling and secure each roll with toothpicks.

  5. 5

    Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a heavy pot over medium-high heat.

  6. 6

    Sear beef rolls until browned on all sides, then remove to a plate.

  7. 7

    Pour 1/2 cup dry red wine and 3 cups beef broth into pot, scraping up browned bits.

  8. 8

    Return rolls to pot, cover, and simmer on low for 80 minutes until tender and internal temperature reaches 160°F.

  9. 9

    Remove beef rolls, stir in 2 tbsp cornstarch to thicken gravy, and serve gravy over rolls.

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Questions

What is Beef Rouladen?

Thinly sliced beef rolled around mustard, bacon, pickles, and onions, cooked until tender in a rich wine gravy. This reference files it under German dinner: made on the stovetop, rated medium and about 120 minutes start to finish.

What internal temperature should Beef Rouladen reach?

For Beef Rouladen, the target internal temperature is 160 F (about 70 C), given in step 8. A probe thermometer removes the guesswork.

Can I skip the searing in Beef Rouladen?

Step 6 reads: "Sear beef rolls until browned on all sides, then remove to a plate." You can, but you give up flavor. The browning in step 6 builds the savory base the rest of the dish is seasoned against. Give the pieces room so the pan stays hot.

Is there a substitute for red wine in Beef Rouladen?

The entry for Beef Rouladen calls for 1/2 cup dry red wine. In its place: Use beef or mushroom stock with a tablespoon of red wine vinegar or balsamic per cup. The sauce will be a little less deep.

Can I use turkey bacon instead of bacon in Beef Rouladen?

Yes. Turkey bacon renders almost no fat, so add a tablespoon of oil wherever the method counts on the drippings. As written, the entry for Beef Rouladen uses 8 slices bacon strips.

How many calories are in Beef Rouladen?

One serving (the recipe makes 4) is about 520 calories, with 48 g protein, 10 g carbohydrate and 32 g fat, plus 2 g fiber and 950 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list.

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