Wiener Rinds Tafelspitz (viennese Beef Tafelspitz)
Wiener Rinds Tafelspitz, also known as Viennese Beef Tafelspitz, is a classic Austrian dish that features boiled beef served with flavorful broth and traditional side dishes. It's a beloved comfort food in Vienna and a must-try for anyone visiting the city.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs beef sirloin
- 2 onions, peeled and halved
- 3 carrots, peeled and chopped
- 1 leek, cleaned and chopped
- 1 celery root, peeled and chopped
- 6 black peppercorns
- 3 bay leaves
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Place the beef, onions, carrots, leek, celery root, peppercorns, and bay leaves in a large pot.
- Add enough water to cover the ingredients and bring to a boil.
- Reduce the heat, cover, and simmer for 2 hours or until the beef is tender.
- Remove the beef from the pot and slice it thinly.
- Strain the broth and season with salt to taste.
- Serve the beef slices with the broth and traditional side dishes like boiled potatoes, creamed spinach, and horseradish sauce.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 2 hours
- Total time:
- 2 hours
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 350 per serving
- Protein
- 30g
- Carbohydrates
- 15g
- Fat
- 20g
Supplies
Large pot Knife Cutting board Strainer Serving platter
Tools
Stovetop
Serving suggestions
Serving suggestions: Pair with a glass of Austrian red wine for a complete dining experience.
Tips & tricks
Tips: For extra flavor, you can add a beef bouillon cube to the broth while simmering.
Cost
$25