Rouladen Recipe – Eats Now

Name: Rouladen
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 lb. bacon; 8 slices (2 1/2 lb.) top round; 8 dill pickle halves; 1/4 c. butter or bacon drippings; 1 medium onion, thinly sliced; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 3 medium carrots, sliced; 2 medium tomatoes, chopped; 1/4 c. whole allspice; 1/2 tsp. thyme; 1 bay leaf; 1/2 c. dry red wine; 1 1/2 c. water; 2 1/2 tsp. salt; 1/8 tsp. pepper; 1 lb. medium egg noodles

Servings: persons

1/2 lb. bacon
8 slices (2 1/2 lb.) top round
8 dill pickle halves
1/4 c. butter or bacon drippings
1 medium onion, thinly sliced
2 cloves garlic, minced
3 medium carrots, sliced
2 medium tomatoes, chopped
1/4 c. whole allspice
1/2 tsp. thyme
1 bay leaf
1/2 c. dry red wine
1 1/2 c. water
2 1/2 tsp. salt
1/8 tsp. pepper
1 lb. medium egg noodles

1
Pound top round (halves if large).
2
Roll pickle in meat and surround with bacon.
3
Fasten with toothpick.
4
Salt and pepper and brown in butter.
5
Drain off excess fat.
6
Add onion, garlic, carrots, tomatoes, allspice, herbs, wine, 1 cup water, salt and pepper.
7
Simmer 1 hour.
8
Remove meat and blend in remaining water and flour.
9
Cook and stir until sauce boils for 1 minute.
10
Reduce heat and return meat.

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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.

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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 lb. bacon, 8 slices (2 1/2 lb.) top round, 8 dill pickle halves, 1/4 c. butter or bacon drippings, and more.

Yes, Rouladen 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!

Rouladen

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