Rinderrouladen

Prep: 30 min Cook: 70 min Serves: 4 Cuisine: German

Rinderrouladen are tender German beef rolls filled with bacon, onions, and pickles, simmered in a savory gravy—perfect for hearty, comforting meals with rich flavors.

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Ingredients

  • 2 lb boneless beef round steak
  • 2 Tbsp prepared mustard
  • 3 slices bacon
  • 1 large onion
  • 1/2 cup snipped parsley
  • 3 dill pickles
  • 2 Tbsp vegetable oil
  • 1 1/4 cup water
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 2 Tbsp cold water
  • 1 Tbsp flour
  • parsley springs

Instructions

  1. Pound the beef until 1/4 inch thick and cut into pieces approximately 7x4 inches.
  2. Lightly sprinkle each piece with salt and black pepper.
  3. Spread each piece with 1 tablespoon of prepared mustard.
  4. Place half a slice of bacon down the center of each piece.
  5. Sprinkle with chopped onion and snipped parsley.
  6. Place half of a pickle on the narrow end of each piece and roll up.
  7. Secure each roll with a wooden pick.
  8. Heat vegetable oil in a 10-inch skillet until hot.
  9. Cook the rolls over medium heat until browned on all sides.
  10. Add 1/4 cup water, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper to the skillet.
  11. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer until beef is tender, about 1 hour.
  12. Remove the rolls and keep warm.
  13. Add enough water to the skillet to measure about 1 cup of liquid, if necessary.
  14. Mix 2 tablespoons of flour with 2 tablespoons of water to create a slurry.
  15. Gradually stir the slurry into the skillet's broth.
  16. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly, and cook for 1 minute.
  17. Serve the rolls with the gravy, garnished with parsley springs, over mashed potatoes.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

623 kcal 31% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 26.9g 54% DV
Total Fat 35.6g 46% DV
Carbs 59g 21% DV
Fiber 17.2g 61% DV
Sugar 2.3g 5% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 10470.5mg 100% DV
Potassium 2221mg 47% DV
Cholesterol 56.8mg 19% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 345.8mcg 38% DV
Vitamin C 44.6mg 50% DV
Vitamin D 0mcg
Calcium 248mg 19% DV
Iron 18.8mg 100% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

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