German Sauerbraten

Name: German Sauerbraten
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 to 4 lb. chuck or butt beef roast; 1 c. vinegar; 1 c. water; 1/2 tsp. black pepper; 1/4 tsp. whole cloves; 2 bay leaves; 1/8 tsp. ground ginger; 1 medium onion, sliced thin; 1/2 lemon, sliced thin; 1/4 c. sugar; salt, pepper and shortening

Eats Now Editorial Team · 268 kcal · Meat & Poultry

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German Sauerbraten – a delicious recipe with beef roast, vinegar, water, black pepper, whole cloves, bay leaves. Easy to follow and perfect for any occasion.

Serves 4 Meat & Poultry

Servings: persons

3 to 4 lb. chuck or butt beef roast
1 c. vinegar
1 c. water
1/2 tsp. black pepper
1/4 tsp. whole cloves
2 bay leaves
1/8 tsp. ground ginger
1 medium onion, sliced thin
1/2 lemon, sliced thin
1/4 c. sugar
salt, pepper and shortening

1
Brown meat on all sides in hot shortening.
2
Add remaining ingredients.
3
Season with salt and pepper.
4
Cover skillet or kettle and simmer slowly 2
5
or 3 hours, until meat is tender.
6
Add more water if necessary.
7
Thicken gravy with flour for serving.

268

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 to 4 lb. chuck or butt beef roast, 1 c. vinegar, 1 c. water, 1/2 tsp. black pepper, and more.

Yes, German Sauerbraten 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.

Quick Info

Servings
4 servings
Calories
268 kcal
Category
Meat & Poultry

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