Happy Monday, friends!
Remember this dinner that I showed in one of my WIAW post a couple of weeks ago?
No? Don’t worry – I won’t hold it against you. I will, however, refresh your memory…
Beef rouladen. I don’t eat red meat all that often, but I do include it in my diet every now and again. Why? Well, because it’s a great source of protein, iron, zinc, phosphorus, magnesium, selenium, and B vitamins. Compared to chicken, beef has twice the thiamine and riboflavin, three times the iron, five times the zinc, and seven times the B12. Not bad considering:
- Vitamin B-12 is needed for red blood cell formation. It is vital for the nervous and circulatory systems. Long term deficiency of vitamin B-12 can lead to brain and central nervous system damage. A lack of B12 damages the myelin sheath that surrounds and protect nerves. B12 deficiency can also lead to dementia, loss of memory, anemia, fatigue, weakness, loss of appetite and constipation.
- Zinc in the body contributes to the development of bone tissue, stimulates the growth and division of cells, tissue regeneration, reproductive function and brain development. Zinc is an active agent responsible for triggering 100 internal enzymes that are required to metabolize food and nutrients.
- Magnesium is necessary for the proper functioning of the brain, nervous and cardiovascular systems, bone strength, muscles, kidneys, hormone-secreting glands and the liver. It performs about 300 biochemical functions. Magnesium is a cofactor of many enzymes and enzymatic reactions, including energy metabolism, the synthesis of nucleic acids and protein. Magnesium deficiency can lead to chronic fatigue syndrome, diabetes, kidney disease, constipation, heart disease, sleep disorders, irritability, fatigue, hypertension, convulsions in children and an increased risk of cancer.
- Iron is a vital mineral because it is involved in the transportation of oxygen to your cells. It is essential for hemoglobin formation and muscle function. In addition, iron is included in the antioxidant enzymes (catalase and peroxidase), which protect cells from the ravages of oxidation. Your thyroid gland and the central nervous system can not properly work without iron. Iron deficiency causes low immunity levels and anemia. Anemia leads to the reduction in hemoglobin, red blood cells and lymphocytes, which results in weakened immunity and a higher risk of infectious diseases.
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Now, I’m not suggesting you start stuffing yourself with steak and bacon on a daily basis, but neither would I suggest discounting it completely. Red meat does have its merits, and if you opt for lean cuts from well-rasied sources, enjoying it in moderation may actually be beneficial to your health. But enough talk of biology and controversy, let’s get to the real meat (har har) of this post – a recipe.
This recipe is special for a few reasons. First, it’s by Grandma, so you know it has to be good. Second, it’s the first savoury recipe that I’ve posted in I-don’t-know-how-long, so you know it has to be good 😉 Third, my mom got all giddy and excited when I asked her to share it with me, which I couldn’t help but smile at.
I hope you enjoy!
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Pre-choppped stuffing ingredients.
Coating with mustard and tomato paste.
Layering the stuffing.
The rolling process.
Securing with toothpicks and coating in flour.
Browning the meat.
Simmering in broth.
Enjoy with grains (kasha here) and greens.
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What’s your take on red meat? Do you eat it?
What’s your favourite recipe by your mom or grandma?
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This is just so ecstatic! The beef is perfectly cooked. And it looks so tender and juicy. This is really mouthwatering. I would love this for dinner tonight!
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I don’t eat meat, but I don’t hate on it either. In fact, I prepare it for the Hubby from time to time, and he’d love this. Great recipe.
Loving this savory recipe! I love the flavors of tomato and mustard with beef. Yum.
I’m definitely pro-red meat. (that sounded kinda strange, huh? – pro-red meat…) There was actually a time period when I used to not eat it at all, but being from a state that is known for it’s steaks and bbq, it’s kind of hard to avoid it. I don’t eat it everyday, but I eat it often enough to understand the many benefits it brings with it. I understand that there are many reasons why others may choose not to eat it, but for me it’s something that helps me easily balance out the key nutrients that we need.
Wow, girl! I’m so surprised you’re starting to share meal recipes! Keep ’em coming because this looks soooo heavenly!!! I’m totally pinning it because it looks so juicy and tender.
I just find it a lot harder to share savoury recipes because the measurements aren’t as exact as they are with baking… especially with herbs and spices! I swear that most of the time I just want to write out “to taste,” but that’s not exactly helpful 😛
Amanda you need to be a photographer! Those pictures are gorgeous! We need to find a way to virtually share food. I am drooling! Ok, on to the questions!
What’s your take on red meat? Do you eat it? Well in south texas white meat is cheaper, so I usually don’t have much red meat. It’s not really on purpose, it just sort of happens that way.
What’s your favourite recipe by your mom or grandma? My grandma’s countless homemade soups and pies. So many flavors to choose from because they’re all amazing!
Wow your beef dish looks delicious! Also I completely agree with you about not cutting out red meat completely. I’ve found it very important to keep around for minimal consumption during the week.
I do not eat red meat and have not for 12 years. Last year I was told my B12 was low and I had to start eating more chicken and fish to fix that.
this looks absolutely delicious. I only eat red meat once in a while and always make sure it’s organic and local etc. I can’t wait to try this recipe out. The only pickle. . . is well, the pickles. The husband hates them. Is there something else that can be stuffed into the meat? Like carrots?
Hmm. The pickles are more for flavour than anything else, so I wouldn’t really suggest carrots. You could either just leave them out, or try some cheese slices instead.
Hi new reader! 🙂 I love the look of this dish, the meat looks so tender!
I’m the same way- I don’t ever cook meat, but I’ll eat it from time to time. Good to know all of the health benefits! Have a great day!
Your recipe looks GREAT!
I am not a big beef eater these days, but I do remember being so inlove with my mom’s beef stew when I was younger.
Innnnnnnnnteresting! I’d actually never heard of rouladen until I saw it on your blog the other day. I have to say it looks pretty tasty! Just wondering, do you use sweet or dill pickles?
My favorite recipe of my mom’s (that I can make) would be her enchiladas…but her pot roast with veggies is out of this world and mine never seems to come out quite like hers! And my favorite granny recipe would be “Chicken Stuff” which is basically just a thick and creamy soup-like chicken mix served over crumbled cornbread. Simple yet delicious! I actually posted the recipe here: http://www.kissmybroccoliblog.com/2011/12/19/grannys-chicken-stuff/
Dill pickles <3 And omigosh that chicken recipe looks -amazing- Talk about comfort food to the max!
No joke, I will be making this within the next week because 1. I owe my mum and sister a dinner 2. I actually have 3 steaks (although topside) so I think I will halve the recipe and produce a winner, as any recipe by a Grandmother is a guaranteed hit! I’ll make sure to photograph the evidence 😉 My mum makes this amazing chicken and no matter how much I try to recreate it, it never happens!
Oh I love family recipes so much and I love it even more when other people share them! This looks fantastic 🙂 If I had to choose my fav family recipe it would have to be my grandma’s creamy leek and potato cod fish, I could seriously eat it for breakfast, lunch and dinner (and I’m not ashamed to admit that I have)
I don’t typically eat red meat. In fact, yesterday was the first time I ate meat in 2 months! It was soooo good though 😉 I tried to go vegetarian but found that I was experiencing wacky mood swings and I felt deprived. I might just try this because your photos are absolutely mouthwatering! Lol. My Mom makes killer pies and that’s a skill I haven’t yet inherited from her.
My body does a lot better when there’s animal protein in my diet as well. I followed a vegetarian diet for a few years and definitely noticed a lot of improvements to my health after adding meat back in.