Tafelspitz (Boiled Beef Austrian Style) Recipe

Name: Tafelspitz (Boiled Beef Austrian Style)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 lbs beef chuck; beef bone; 2 teaspoons salt; 6 peppercorns; bouquet garni; 2 carrots; 2 stalks celery; 1 leek; 2 onions; Sauce; 2 cups white breadcrumbs, very fine; 4 hard cooked egg yolks; 1/2 cup olive oil; salt and pepper; 1 teaspoon sugar; 1 teaspoon vinegar; 2 tablespoons chives, minced

Servings: persons

4 lbs beef chuck
beef bone
2 teaspoons salt
6 peppercorns
bouquet garni
2 carrots
2 stalks celery
1 leek
2 onions
Sauce
2 cups white breadcrumbs, very fine
4 hard cooked egg yolks
1/2 cup olive oil
salt and pepper
1 teaspoon sugar
1 teaspoon vinegar
2 tablespoons chives, minced

1
Put beef and bones into a soup pot and add water to cover.
2
Add salt, peppercorns and cleaned vegetables.
3
Bring to a boil, lower heat and simmer about 3 hours or until beef is tender, but not falling apart.
4
Strain the bouillon and season to taste with salt, white pepper and nutmeg.
5
Save and serve as first course.
6
Slice beef and vegetables and serve with plain horseradish, apple-horseradish sauce or Chive Sauce.
7
To make the Chive Sauce, Soak bread crumbs in cold water then squeeze dry.
8
Combine bread crumbs and egg yolks in Cuisinart.
9
Add olive oil a little at a time.
10
Season with salt, pepper, sugar and vinegar.
11
Add chives and mix well.

1820

kcal

Calories

119

Fat

Carbs

140

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

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 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 lbs beef chuck, beef bone, 2 teaspoons salt, 6 peppercorns, and more.

Yes, Tafelspitz (Boiled Beef Austrian Style) 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!

Tafelspitz (Boiled Beef Austrian Style)

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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