Rouladen Recipe

A taste of Germany! This Rouladen recipe, passed down through generations, delivers tender beef rolls bursting with flavor. Experience the rich tradition of German cooking with this adaptable recipe – easily customize it to your liking! Substitute sweet pickles for dill, squash for carrots, or even simplify with just a dill spear. For a truly authentic experience, serve your Rouladen with creamy gravy over buttery Spätzle. This recipe is perfect for a comforting family meal or a special occasion.

Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 70 mins
Calories 433.2 kcal
Protein 74g
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Ingredients for Rouladen

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How to Make Rouladen

  1. In a large bowl, combine the beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, and mustard. Set aside.
  2. Season the beef slices generously with salt and pepper.
  3. Place a dill pickle spear, 2-3 slices of carrot, and 1-2 slices of onion on each beef slice.
  4. Tightly roll each slice of beef, securing with toothpicks.
  5. In a large skillet or Dutch oven, brown the rouladen on all sides over medium-high heat. Remove the rouladen from the skillet.
  6. Add the bacon to the skillet and cook until crispy. Remove the bacon, leaving the rendered fat in the pan.
  7. Add the chopped onions and carrots to the skillet and sauté until softened. Add the beef broth mixture.
  8. Return the rouladen to the skillet, ensuring they are partially submerged in the liquid.
  9. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to low, cover, and braise for 60-70 minutes, or until the beef is fork-tender.
  10. Remove the rouladen from the skillet and place on a serving platter. Remove toothpicks.
  11. Skim excess fat from the braising liquid. Bring the liquid to a simmer and thicken with a cornstarch slurry (1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons cold water). Stir until thickened.
  12. Serve the rouladen hot, drizzled with gravy. Serve with Spätzle for an authentic German touch.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

26 g

Sugar

8g

Fat

51g

Carbs

1g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Rouladen?

Rouladen takes about 100 minutes from start to finish — roughly 30 minutes to prepare and 70 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Rouladen?

Rouladen has approximately 433.2 calories per serving, with about 74 g protein, 1 g carbohydrates and 43 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Rouladen?

The key ingredients for Rouladen are London Broil Beef, Dill Pickle, Onion, Bacon, Carrots, Yellow Mustard. See the full list with measurements above.

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