20-Min Sauerbraten with Roasted Roots
Tangy, vinegar-braised beef with a quick glaze over crispy roasted potatoes, carrots, and zucchini. German comfort food that tastes slow-cooked but comes together in 20 minutes with pre-sliced beef.
- Total time
- 20 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 520
- Protein
- 42g

Ingredients
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Step 1
Toss potatoes, carrots, and zucchini with 2 tbsp oil, salt, and pepper. Spread on a sheet pan and roast at 425°F for 12 minutes.
Step 2
Heat 1 tbsp oil in a large skillet over medium-high. Working in batches, sear beef 90 seconds per side until browned. Set aside.
Step 3
In the same skillet, whisk together vinegar, broth, and brown sugar. Return beef to pan and simmer 4 minutes until glossy.
Step 4
Pull vegetables from the oven, toss with the braised beef and sauce, and serve hot.
Tools you’ll need
- sheet pan
- 12-inch skillet
- whisk
- tongs
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