Polish Beef Roll-Ups (Zrazy)Intermediate
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Polish Beef Roll-Ups (Zrazy)

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Beef roll-ups are thin slices of beef filled with bacon, onion, and pickles, rolled tightly, browned, and slowly braised until tender. Served with rich pan gravy, this dish is commonly prepared as a hearty main course. Popularly served with a fresh salad and Polish Silesian Potato Dumplings

By Karel R.
Total2 hrs
Prep30 mins
Cook1 hr 30 mins
Servings4
DifficultyIntermediate

Preparation

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  1. Place beef slices between plastic wrap. Pound gently until thin and even. Season with salt and black pepper.

  2. Spread mustard lightly over each slice. Place bacon, onion strips, and pickle strips on meat. Roll tightly and secure with toothpicks or kitchen twine.

  3. Heat oil or lard in a heavy pot or pan. Add roll-ups seam-side down. Brown on all sides until well colored.

  4. Sauce

  5. Pour in beef broth. Cover and simmer on low heat for about 90 minutes, until meat becomes tender. Turn roll-ups occasionally during cooking.

  6. Remove roll-ups from pot. If thicker gravy is preferred, whisk flour with a little cold water and add to sauce. Simmer briefly until sauce thickens.

  7. Serving

  8. Remove toothpicks or twine. Serve roll-ups hot with gravy. ENJOY!

Cook’s note

Beef slices must be thin for proper rolling.
Slow braising ensures tender meat.
Mustard amount can be adjusted to taste.
Serve with potatoes, dumplings, or buckwheat.

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