German Beef Roll Ups Rouladen

Dive into the rich, comforting flavors of German Beef Roll Ups, also known as Rouladen, a beloved classic of traditional German cuisine. This hearty dish features tender, thinly sliced beef rolled around a savory filling of tangy mustard, smoky bacon, crisp dill pickles, and sweet onions. The rolls are seared to golden perfection, then simmered in a flavorful broth infused with carrots, celery, and caramelized onions, creating a velvety gravy that ties it all together. Perfect for holiday dinners or cozy family meals, these beef rouladen are best served with classic sides like mashed potatoes, spaetzle, or braised red cabbage. Easy to prepare yet impressively elegant, this recipe embodies the comforting soul of German home cooking.

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:90 mins

Total Time:110 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 slices Beef (top round or rump steak, thinly sliced)
• 4 tablespoons Yellow mustard
• 4 pieces Bacon strips
• 1 medium Onion (finely chopped)
• 2 Dill pickles (cut into quarters lengthwise)
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons All-purpose flour
• 2 cups Beef broth
• 1 medium Carrot (chopped)
• 1 stalk Celery (chopped)
• 2 tablespoons Butter or cooking oil
• 1 tablespoon Cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons Water

Directions

Step 1

Lay the slices of beef on a flat surface and season both sides with salt and pepper.

Step 2

Spread 1 tablespoon of mustard evenly over one side of each slice of beef.

Step 3

Lay a strip of bacon, a few pieces of chopped onion, and a dill pickle quarter at one end of each slice of beef.

Step 4

Roll up each beef slice tightly, enclosing the filling. Secure the roll with kitchen twine or toothpicks.

Step 5

Lightly dredge each beef roll in flour, shaking off excess.

Step 6

Heat butter or cooking oil in a large, heavy-bottomed skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.

Step 7

Sear the beef rolls on all sides until browned. Remove them from the skillet and set aside.

Step 8

Add the remaining chopped onion, carrot, and celery to the skillet. Sauté for 5 minutes until softened.

Step 9

Deglaze the skillet with beef broth, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom.

Step 10

Return the beef rolls to the skillet, cover, and reduce the heat to low. Simmer gently for 90 minutes, turning the rolls occasionally.

Step 11

Once the beef is tender, remove the rolls from the skillet and keep them warm.

Step 12

Strain the cooking liquid to remove the vegetables, and return the liquid to the skillet.

Step 13

In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with water to create a slurry. Stir it into the cooking liquid and simmer for 2-3 minutes until the gravy thickens.

Step 14

Serve the rouladen hot with the gravy spooned over the top. Pair with mashed potatoes, spaetzle, or red cabbage for a traditional German meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1281.9 grams (1281.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1463

Total Fat 84.30g	108%
Saturated Fat 37.80g	189%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 397mg	132%
Sodium 6222mg	271%
Total Carbohydrate 46.30g	17%
Dietary Fiber 7.10g	25%
Total Sugars 10.30g
Protein 128.20g	256%

Vitamin D 18IU	90%
Calcium 201mg	15%
Iron 15mg	82%
Potassium 2495mg	53%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 52.1%

Protein: 35.2%

Carbs: 12.7%