Sauerbraten Beef in Gingersnap Gravy
Sauerbraten Beef in Gingersnap Gravy features slow-cooked beef bathed in a tangy broth of red wine vinegar and aromatics, then enriched with crushed gingersnaps and a hint of brown sugar for balanced sweetness and spice. The tender meat and velvety sauce pair perfectly with egg noodles, making it an inviting, German-inspired dinner for cool evenings or cozy gatherings.
- Prep15 mins
- Cook7 hrs 15 mins
- Serves6
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
Place the beef, the onion, the beef broth, the vinegar, and the bay leaves into a slow cooker.
- 2
Cook on Low for 7 to 9 hours.
- 3
Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil.
- 4
Cook the egg noodles in the boiling water, stirring occasionally, until slightly firm, 4 to 5 minutes.
- 5
Drain.
- 6
Remove the bay leaves from the beef mixture; stir in the crushed gingersnaps and the brown sugar.
- 7
Continue cooking the beef mixture on Low until thickened, about 15 minutes.
- 8
Serve the sauerbraten over the egg noodles and garnish with the parsley.
- Calories 866.11 kcal High
- Protein 28.29 g Good Source
- Carbs 134.42 g Moderate
- Total Fat 23.4 g High
- Saturated Fat 5.61 g High
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 131.35 mg High
- Sodium 924.21 mg High
- Fiber 6.72 g Good Source
- Sugar 16.91 g High
- Added Sugar 0.16 g Low Source
- Calcium 133.66 mg Moderate
- Iron 7.12 mg Good Source
- Potassium 361.79 mg Low Source
- Vitamin A 97.41 mcg_rae Moderate
- Vitamin C 2.15 mg Low Source
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Eggs 🥚
- Wheat 🌾
- Gluten
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About This Recipe
Sauerbraten Beef in Gingersnap Gravy is a German dinner recipe made with 9 ingredients. It takes about 7 hrs 30 mins, serves 6, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Beef Broth, Beef Stew Meat, Brown Sugar, and Dried Bay Leaves. Each serving provides about 866.11 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Sauerbraten Beef in Gingersnap Gravy?
- It is a German recipe made with 9 ingredients, usually served for dinner or lunch.
- What is Sauerbraten Beef in Gingersnap Gravy made of?
- The main ingredients are Beef Broth, Beef Stew Meat, Brown Sugar, Dried Bay Leaves, Fresh Parsley. The full list of 9 is above.
- What goes well with Sauerbraten Beef in Gingersnap Gravy?
- Explore these German side-dish recipes.
- How long does it take to make Sauerbraten Beef in Gingersnap Gravy?
- About 7 hrs 30 mins in total: 15 mins to prepare and 7 hrs 15 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 866.11 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Sauerbraten Beef in Gingersnap Gravy easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 9 ingredients and 8 steps.
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