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Beef Rouladen — traditional dish from Saxony, Germany
Main course Meat

Food Flavour DNA

Nutritional Values

🔥520kcal
💪45gProtein
🌾8gCarbs
🥑34gFat
🌿2gFibre
⚖️300 gServing

* Per serving · 300 g. May vary.

Allergens

🌾 Gluten

Beef Rouladen

How to order / say it
Say it Rinderroulade — [RIN-der-roo-LAH-de]
Order I'd like the beef rouladen, please.
Locally Ich hätte gern die Rinderroulade, bitte.
Say locally

Stuffed beef rolls simmered till tender.

Why try it?

Widely cherished in Dresden, this dish showcases the art of slow cooking that’s vital in Saxon culinary tradition. A classic at family gatherings.

How it tastes

The beef is tender and flavorful, filled with savory ingredients like onions and pickles. The sauce is rich and hearty, adding depth.

Origin & History — first documented: 1600

Rinderroulade has been part of German cuisine since the 17th century, evolving from medieval meat preservation techniques and featuring in Sunday meals and festive feasts.

Recipe

Ingredients

  • 🥩 300 g beef slices
  • 🧄 1 medium onion
  • 🥕 2 slices pickle
  • 🥩 50 g bacon
  • 🥣 20 g mustard
  • 🥣 200 ml beef broth

Method

  1. 1 Spread mustard on each beef slice.
  2. 2 Place bacon, onion, and pickle, then roll tightly.
  3. 3 Sear the rolls in a pot until browned.
  4. 4 Add broth, cover, and simmer for 90 minutes.

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