Fuhrmannsbraten (Braised Pot Roast) Recipe

Name: Fuhrmannsbraten (Braised Pot Roast)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons butter or 2 tablespoons cooking oil; 3 lbs beef roast; salt & freshly ground black pepper; sweet Hungarian paprika; 1 carrot, chopped; 1 leek, cleaned and chopped; 1/4 celeriac, peeled and chopped or 2 stalks celery, chopped; 1 small onion, chopped (about 1 cup); 1/4 cup tomato paste; 1 1/2 cups water; 1 bay leaf; 1 teaspoon whole allspice or 1/2 teaspoon ground allspice; 1 teaspoon caraway seed; 2 tablespoons sour cream (optional); 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice (optional)

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons butter or 2 tablespoons cooking oil
3 lbs beef roast
salt & freshly ground black pepper
sweet Hungarian paprika
1 carrot, chopped
1 leek, cleaned and chopped
1/4 celeriac, peeled and chopped or 2 stalks celery, chopped
1 small onion, chopped (about 1 cup)
1/4 cup tomato paste
1 1/2 cups water
1 bay leaf
1 teaspoon whole allspice or 1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
1 teaspoon caraway seed
2 tablespoons sour cream (optional)
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice (optional)

1
In a large pan or Dutch oven, heat the butter or oil over medium high heat; season the roast all over with salt, pepper, and paprika.
2
Brown on all sides, then remove to a plate.
3
Add the chopped vegetables and brown them also, stirring often so they do not stick.
4
Return the roast to the pot along with the tomato paste, water, bay leaf, allspice, and caraway seed.
5
Cover tightly, reduce heat to low, and cook until roast is fork tender, about 1 1/2 to 2 hours, adding water as necessary.
6
Remove roast and keep warm.
7
Puree sauce with an immersion blender or pour into a regular blender (remove allspice and bay leaf if desired).
8
Stir in sour cream and/or lemon juice, if desired and season with additional salt and pepper, if needed.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons butter or 2 tablespoons cooking oil, 3 lbs beef roast, salt & freshly ground black pepper, sweet Hungarian paprika, and more.

Yes, Fuhrmannsbraten (Braised Pot Roast) falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Fuhrmannsbraten (Braised Pot Roast)

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Variations & substitutions

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