Beef Paprika Roll
A flavorful vintage Beef Paprika Roll — thin round steaks stuffed with mushrooms, onions, pimientos, olives, and herbs, then roasted with red wine. This impressive yet comforting dish is perfect for family dinners or special occasions.
Beef Paprika Roll
Ingredients
- 2 (about 1 1/2-pound) round steaks
- Salt
- Pepper
- Paprika
- 1/4 lb sliced fresh mushrooms
- 1/2 cup thinly sliced onions
- 1/2 cup pimientos
- 1/2 cup finely rolled fresh bread crumbs
- 3/4 cup butter, divided
- 1 tablespoon boiling water
- 1 egg
- 10 large stuffed olives
- 6 whole mushrooms
- 3 small whole onions
- 1 cup red wine
- All-purpose flour (for coating)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- Pound the round steaks until thin. Season both sides generously with salt, pepper, and paprika.
- Overlap the two steaks on a board or counter to form one large piece of meat.
- Layer on the sliced mushrooms, thinly sliced onions, pimientos, and sprinkle evenly with bread crumbs.
- In a small bowl, beat together ½ cup melted butter, boiling water, and egg. Drizzle evenly over the bread crumb layer.
- Arrange the stuffed olives in a row along one long edge. Roll the meat up tightly around the olives and tie securely with kitchen string.
- Lightly coat the outside of the roll with flour.
- In a roasting pan, melt the remaining butter. Add the whole mushrooms and whole onions, then pour in the red wine.
- Place the roll in the pan and roast at 350°F for about 2 hours, basting occasionally with the pan juices.
Serves: 4 to 6
FAQ
Can I use a different cut of beef?
Yes. Any thin, tender cut that rolls well works — round steaks are traditional, but flank or similar cuts are fine.
Do I have to use red wine?
No. You can substitute beef broth if you prefer not to cook with wine.
What’s the best way to keep the roll from falling apart?
Roll tightly and tie securely with kitchen string. Chilling the assembled roll for 15–30 minutes before browning can also help.
What should I serve with Beef Paprika Roll?
Egg noodles, mashed potatoes, or buttered noodles pair beautifully with the flavorful pan juices.