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white bowl full of german sauerkraut with cut apple pieces and a spoon behind it.
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How to Cook Sauerkraut

Learn how to cook sauerkraut. A simple, quick German sauerkraut recipe, the perfect side dish for bratwurst or other sausages.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Total Time40 minutes
Course: Sides
Cuisine: German
Servings: 4
Calories: 186kcal
Author: Adina

Ingredients

  • 1 lb sauerkraut 500 g, See note 1
  • 1 medium onion
  • 1 large apple
  • 1 tablespoon sunflower oil
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon black peppercorns
  • 6 cloves
  • 1 teaspoon juniper berries
  • 3 bay leaves
  • 1 large potato about 200 - 250 g/ 7 - 9 oz
  • 1 cup chicken stock 8.5 fl.oz/ 250 ml, See note 2

Instructions

  • Drain the sauerkraut. Finely slice the onion and the apple. Set aside.
  • Heat the oil in a saucepan and cook the apple and onions for about 3-4 minutes, until the onions are translucent.
  • In the meantime, finely grate the potato. Set aside.
  • Sprinkle the sugar on top of the onion and apple slices, stir lightly and let the sugar caramelize for a couple of minutes. Keep an eye on it and don't let it become too dark, it should be only lightly caramelized.
  • Add the peppercorns, cloves, juniper berries, bay leaves, sauerkraut, grated potato, and stock. Stir well.
  • Simmer: Bring to a boil, turn the heat down to medium-low, cover and simmer for 30 minutes.

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Notes

  1. Either sauerkraut from a bag, jar or can.
  2. Beef or vegetable stock can be used instead.

Nutrition

Serving: 1/4 of the dish | Calories: 186kcal | Carbohydrates: 34g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 2mg | Sodium: 932mg | Fiber: 8g | Sugar: 14g