Classic Tafelspitz - National Dish of Austria

Tafelspitz is a classic Austrian preparation of tender, simmered beef, traditionally accompanied by horseradish sauce and chives.

Category Tags:

EntreeDinner

Cuisine Tags:

German

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Instructions

  1. Place washed tri-tip, marrow bones, peeled and 1-inch-chunked half carrots, turnips, celeriac, and spices (no salt) into a large pot; cover with water and begin heating to a boil.

  2. Halve an onion; brown cut sides in a hot, ungreased pan until nearly black, then add to the pot.

  3. Once boiling, skim foam, then reduce heat and simmer for 2-3 hours until meat is fork-tender.

  4. Remove meat and bones; strain the broth, discarding cooked vegetables and spices.

  5. Return meat to the broth; add the remaining, smaller-cut vegetables and simmer for 30-60 minutes until tender.

  6. Season the broth with salt just before serving.

  7. Serve broth, marrow bones, and vegetables, optionally with noodles, pancake strips, or rice.

  8. Slice meat thinly against the grain; serve with Chive Sauce and Horseradish Sauce.

  9. Prepare Chive Sauce by combining sour cream with chives; season to taste.

  10. Prepare Horseradish Sauce by mixing grated fresh horseradish into unsweetened, softly whipped cream; season with salt.

Nutritional Info (per serving)

Calories: 1384 kcal
Carbohydrate: 15 g
Cholesterol: 329 mg
Fiber: 4 g
Protein: 65 g
Saturated Fat: 47 g
Sodium: 224 mg
Sugar: 6 g
Fat: 117 g
Unsaturated Fat: 0 g