Tender rouladen rolls with smoky ham, pickles, and savory mustard layers cooked to crispy perfection.
# What you'll need:
→ Beef Substitute
01 - 17.6 oz thinly sliced beef-style seitan or soy-based meat alternative
02 - 1 tbsp vegetable oil
→ Filling
03 - 4 slices smoked deli ham or plant-based ham
04 - 4 small dill pickles, quartered lengthwise
05 - 1 medium onion, thinly sliced
06 - 2 tbsp German or Dijon mustard
07 - Salt and pepper to taste
→ Gravy (optional)
08 - 1 tbsp vegetable oil
09 - 1 tbsp all-purpose flour
10 - 8.5 fl oz beef-style vegetable broth
11 - 1 tsp tomato paste
12 - 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce (vegan if needed)
13 - Salt and pepper to taste
→ For Serving
14 - Chopped parsley (optional)
# Preparation steps:
01 - Set the air fryer to 350°F to preheat.
02 - Arrange the seitan or soy slices on a clean surface. Spread each slice evenly with mustard, then season with salt and pepper.
03 - Place a slice of ham, several onion slices, and a pickle quarter on each piece.
04 - Tightly roll each filled slice and secure with toothpicks or kitchen twine to maintain shape.
05 - Lightly brush or spray the rouladen rolls with vegetable oil to promote crispness.
06 - Arrange the rolls in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Cook for 15 to 18 minutes, turning once halfway through, until golden and heated through.
07 - While rolls cook, heat oil in a small saucepan. Stir in flour and cook for 1 minute. Slowly whisk in broth, tomato paste, and Worcestershire sauce. Simmer for 3 to 4 minutes until thickened and season to taste.
08 - Remove toothpicks or twine from rolls. Serve hot, drizzled with gravy and garnished with chopped parsley if desired.
