Swabian Roast Beef with Dumplings and Gravy
A quick weeknight version of the classic German dish: tender roast beef slices in a rich gravy, served with soft dumplings and a side of red cabbage. Ready in about 20 minutes using simple ingredients.
- Total time
- 20 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 550
- Protein
- 38g
Ingredients
- 1.5 lb beef sirloin steak
- 2 cups beef broth
- 4 cloves garlic cloves
- 2 cups red cabbage
- 4 pieces dumplings
- 2 tbsp butter
Instructions
- 1
Season the 1.5 lb beef sirloin steak with salt and pepper. Heat 1 tbsp butter in a large skillet over high heat until sizzling, then sear the steak for 3-4 minutes per side until browned and cooked to your liking. Remove and rest on a plate.
- 2
Reduce heat to medium. Add the remaining 1 tbsp butter and 4 crushed garlic cloves to the skillet. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant, scraping up any browned bits.
- 3
Pour in the 2 cups beef broth and bring to a simmer. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the gravy thickens slightly and coats the back of a spoon.
- 4
While the gravy simmers, warm the 4 dumplings according to package instructions (usually steaming or microwaving for 2-3 minutes).
- 5
Slice the rested beef thinly against the grain. Serve the beef over the dumplings, spoon the gravy over the top, and add the 2 cups red cabbage on the side.
Tools you’ll need
- large skillet
- spatula
- knife
- cutting board
- measuring cups
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