25–Minute braised cucumbers with minced beef (German Schmorgurken)

25–Minute braised cucumbers with minced beef (German Schmorgurken)

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Martina Trommer

Martina Trommer

Chef at Kitchen Stories

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"I love braised cucumbers! This classic German recipe is a favorite among Omas and Opas across the country, and for good reason. The stewed cucumbers become soft and slightly sweet, and are paired with mustard, cream, and seasoned minced beef, for a dish that is comforting without being overly heavy."
Difficulty
Easy 👌
Preparation
25 min
Baking
0 min
Resting
0 min

Ingredients

2Servings
MetricImperial
600 g
pickling cucumbers
1
onion
160 g
basmati rice
1 tbsp
sunflower oil
300 g
ground beef
250 ml
beef stock
20 g
dill
150 g
whipped cream
1 tbsp
grainy mustard
1 tsp
sugar

Utensils

1 peeler, knife, cutting board, rice cooker (optional), 1 frying pan (large)

Nutrition per serving

Cal1056
Fat61 g
Protein39 g
Carb88 g

  • Step 1/4

    Wash and peel the cucumber, halve lengthwise and remove the seeds, cut the cucumber into half moons. Peel and dice the onion. Prepare the rice according to the packet instructions.
    • 600 g pickling cucumbers
    • 1 onion
    • 160 g basmati rice
    • 1 peeler
    • knife
    • cutting board
    • rice cooker (optional)

    Wash and peel the cucumber, halve lengthwise and remove the seeds, cut the cucumber into half moons. Peel and dice the onion. Prepare the rice according to the packet instructions.

  • Step 2/4

    Heat the oil in a large frying pan. Add the mince and onion and fry over a medium-high heat until crumbly and browned, approx. 6-8 mins. Season with salt and pepper and remove from the pan. Stir-fry the cucumbers for approx. 3 mins., then add the mince again.
    • 1 tbsp sunflower oil
    • 300 g ground beef
    • 1 frying pan (large)

    Heat the oil in a large frying pan. Add the mince and onion and fry over a medium-high heat until crumbly and browned, approx. 6-8 mins. Season with salt and pepper and remove from the pan. Stir-fry the cucumbers for approx. 3 mins., then add the mince again.

  • Step 3/4

    Add the beef stock and bring everything to the boil, then simmer for approx. 5-6 mins. Meanwhile, roughly chop the dill.
    • 250 ml beef stock
    • 20 g dill

    Add the beef stock and bring everything to the boil, then simmer for approx. 5-6 mins. Meanwhile, roughly chop the dill.

  • Step 4/4

    Add the whipping cream, mustard, sugar and dill and simmer for a further 1 min. Serve with rice!
    • 150 g whipped cream
    • 1 tbsp grainy mustard
    • 1 tsp sugar

    Add the whipping cream, mustard, sugar and dill and simmer for a further 1 min. Serve with rice!

  • Enjoy your meal!

    25–Minute braised cucumbers with minced beef (German Schmorgurken)
FAQ

Schmorgurken pairs especially well with rice, which absorbs the creamy sauce and complements the dish perfectly. You could also serve it with potatoes, bread or another starch of your choice.

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