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Slow Cooker Sauerbraten Beef

Slow Cooker Sauerbraten Beef that Melts in Your Mouth

Slow Cooker Sauerbraten Beef is a comforting dish that transforms simple ingredients into a delicious homemade meal.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: German
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • 1 cup Red Wine Vinegar Apple cider vinegar can be substituted.
  • 2 cups Beef Broth Use low-sodium for a healthier option.
  • 1 medium Onion Chopped; yellow or white onions work best.
  • 3 cloves Garlic (minced) Fresh garlic is ideal.
  • 2 tablespoons Brown Sugar Maple syrup can be a unique alternative.
  • 6 whole Cloves Ground cloves can be substituted but use less.
  • 1 leaf Bay Leaf Omit if unavailable, but it enhances flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Black Peppercorns Cracked for seasoning.
For Cooking the Beef
  • 1 tablespoon Vegetable Oil Any neutral oil will suffice.
  • 3 pounds Beef Roast (bottom round or chuck) Brisket can be a delicious alternative.
For the Gravy
  • 1 cup Crushed Gingersnap Cookies Digestive biscuits can be used as a substitute.

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker
  • Skillet
  • Medium bowl
  • Saucepan

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. In a medium bowl, combine red wine vinegar, beef broth, chopped onion, minced garlic, brown sugar, whole cloves, bay leaf, salt, and black peppercorns. Whisk until well dissolved.
  2. Place your beef roast into a resealable plastic bag and pour the marinade over it. Seal the bag and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
  3. Once marinated, remove the beef, pat dry with paper towels, and sear in a skillet with vegetable oil for 2-3 minutes on each side until browned.
  4. Transfer the seared beef to the slow cooker, pour reserved marinade over it, and sprinkle crushed gingersnap cookies on top. Set to LOW for 8 hours or HIGH for 4 hours.
  5. Remove the beef after it's tender and strain the cooking liquid into a saucepan. Skim fat, thicken with a flour-water slurry over medium heat.
  6. Serve sliced or shredded beef topped with the gingersnap gravy, with sides like red cabbage, egg noodles, or bread.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 35gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 50IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For best results, marinate overnight and avoid lifting the slow cooker lid too often during cooking.

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