Sauerbraten Recipe

Name: Sauerbraten Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 c. water; 3 lg. onions, sliced; 3 tbsp. sugar; 15 cloves; 6 bay leaves; 1/2 lemon sliced; 5 lbs. top or possibly bottom or possibly rump roast; 3 tbsp. shortening; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon pepper; 2/3 to 1 c. crumble gingersnaps crackers

Servings: persons

1
Rub salt and pepper on meat.
2
Place meat in cover dish.
3
(I use baggie.)
4
Add in spices (first seven ingredients) to dish or possibly baggie.
5
Heat vinegar, sugar and water, pour into dish or possibly baggie.
6
Let cold then refrigeratein refrigerator for 2 to 3 days turning occasionally.
7
(I also puncture meat with fork).
8
Remove meat from container.
9
Heat shortening in dutch oven pan, brown meat on all sides.
10
Strain ingredients from marinated and add in to meat.
11
Cover and let simmer 2 1/2 to 3 hrs or possibly till meat is tender.
12
Remove meat.
13
Skim fat from sauce.
14
Add in crumble ginger snaps till sauce thickened stirring often till thicken.
15
Approximately 5 min.
16
Slice meat, spoon on sauce.
17
Serve with dumplings and red cabbage if you like.

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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.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 c. water, 3 lg. onions, sliced, 3 tbsp. sugar, 15 cloves, and more.

Yes, Sauerbraten Recipe falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!