20-Min Sauerbraten Skillet
German beef braised in a quick vinegar-and-spice sauce with apple and onion. Tangy, savory, and ready in 20 minutes—no long marinating required.
- Total time
- 20 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 390
- Protein
- 42g
Ingredients
- 1 lb beef chuck or sirloin, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 medium yellow onion, sliced
- 1 medium apple (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp), sliced
- ½ cup white vinegar
- ¾ cup beef broth
- 1 tbsp tomato paste
- 1.5 tbsp whole grain mustard
Instructions
- 1
Heat 2 tbsp oil in a large skillet over medium-high until it shimmers, about 90 seconds.
- 2
Working in batches, sear beef 2-3 minutes per side without stirring until edges brown. Transfer to a plate.
- 3
Add onion to the skillet and cook 2 minutes, stirring once, until edges start to soften.
- 4
Stir in tomato paste, cook 30 seconds until fragrant, then pour in vinegar, broth, and mustard.
- 5
Return beef to the skillet, add apple slices, and simmer 6-7 minutes until beef is tender and sauce coats a spoon.
- 6
Taste and season with salt and pepper. Serve over egg noodles or mashed potatoes.
Tools you’ll need
- 12-inch skillet with lid or tight-fitting foil
- cutting board
- chef's knife
- wooden spoon
- plate for searing
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