Side dish - Easy sauerkraut recipe with apples

Author: Geraldine Brown

2 tablespoons bacon fat, or unsalted butter 1 large onion, coarsely chopped 2 medium unpeeled red apples, cored and coarsely chopped 1 pound sauerkraut, drained 1/2 cup water 2 tablespoons brown sugar 1 tablespoon Dijon or regular mustard 1 teaspoon caraway seeds, more to taste 1 1/2 cups applesauce Salt, to taste Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Sauerkraut and apples are a winning combination in a tasty side dish that goes well with pork steaks, ham, sausage, poultry, and other roast meats. Store-bought sauerkraut undergoes an amazing transformation when gently simmered with apples and white wine.

Sauerkraut and Apples
Sauerkraut with Apples
Sauerkraut and Apples
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Sauerkraut and Apples

Sauerkraut and apples are a winning combination in a tasty side dish that goes well with pork steaks, ham, sausage, poultry, and other roast meats.
Provided by: Barbara Rolek
Total time: 70 minutes
Cook time: 60 minutes
Prep time: 10 minutes
Yields: 6 servings
Cuisine: Eastern European,Polish
Number of ingredients: 11

Ingredients:

2 tablespoons bacon fat, or unsalted butter
1 large onion, coarsely chopped
2 medium unpeeled red apples, cored and coarsely chopped
1 pound sauerkraut, drained
1/2 cup water
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 tablespoon Dijon or regular mustard
1 teaspoon caraway seeds, more to taste
1 1/2 cups applesauce
Salt, to taste
Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Nutrition:

How to cook:

Place bacon drippings or butter in a Dutch oven or other lidded casserole dishes. Add onions and sauté until translucent.
Add chopped apples and continue to sauté until they caramelize slightly. Add sauerkraut, water, brown sugar, mustard, and caraway seeds, and mix well. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat.
If cooking on the stovetop, cover, and simmer for 50 minutes, stirring occasionally and adding water if necessary.
If baking, heat oven to 325 F. Cover and bake for 50 minutes, stirring occasionally and adding water if necessary.
Whether cooking on the stovetop or in the oven, now is the time to add the applesauce, mixing well.
Cover and continue to cook for another 10 minutes. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
If using a slow cooker, combine the sautéed onions and apples, sauerkraut, water, brown sugar, mustard, caraway seeds, and applesauce in the crock and cook on high for 2 hours or on low for 4 hours. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
Serve hot as a side dish with pork, sausage, beef, or poultry.

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Sauerkraut with Apples

Store-bought sauerkraut undergoes an amazing transformation when gently simmered with apples and white wine. The cabbage's crispness gives way to a seductive silkiness, while the fruit and a spoonful or two of brown sugar offset its acidity.
Provided by: Ian Knauer
Total time: 135 minutes
Cook time: 15 minutes
Yields: 8 items
Number of ingredients: 6

Ingredients:

1 large onion, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
4 pounds sauerkraut, rinsed and drained
2 Gala, Fuji, or Red Delicious apples, thinly sliced
1 cup dry white wine
1 to 2 tablespoons packed dark brown sugar

How to cook:

Cook onion in butter in a 4-to 5-quart heavy pot over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally, until golden, about 6 minutes. Stir in sauerkraut, apples, and wine and bring to a simmer.
Cover pot and reduce heat, then simmer, stirring occasionally, until sauerkraut is very tender, about 2 hours.
Stir in 1 tablespoon brown sugar and 1/2 teaspoon each of salt and pepper. Add more brown sugar, salt, and pepper to taste.
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Sauerkraut and Apples

Goes great with sausages steamed in beer. My husband is always after me to make kraut, and this is one of the many ways I do.
Provided by: PalatablePastime
Total time: 50 minutes
Cook time: 40 minutes
Prep time: 10 minutes
Yields: 6 servings
Number of ingredients: 9

Ingredients:

2 lbs sauerkraut
2 tablespoons margarine
1 cup chopped onion
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 cup apple cider
1 cup chicken broth
3 large tart apples, peeled,cored,and chopped
6 juniper berries, crushed
salt and pepper

Nutrition:

How to cook:

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
Rinse sauerkraut and wring dry.
Heat margarine in a large skillet; saute onion and garlic until onion is tender.
Add kraut, cider, stock, apples, and juniper; season to taste with salt and pepper; bring to a boil.
Transfer to casserole dish; cover with lid or foil and bake at 350 degrees F.
for 35-40 minutes.

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Cooked Apple Sauerkraut Side Dish

Tart and tangy, this cooked apple and sauerkraut side dish is ideal served alongside pork but also makes a delightful warm salad for lunch.
Provided by: Kathie N. Lapcevic
Total time: 50 minutes
Cook time: 40 minutes
Prep time: 10 minutes
Yields: 4 servings
Cuisine: American
Number of ingredients: 5

Ingredients:

4 Cups Sliced Apples, cored (about 1 pound)
4 Cups Sauerkraut, drained slightly
1 teaspoon Caraway Seeds
3 Tablespoons Butter (or vegan alternative)
Salt & Pepper, taste

Nutrition:

Calories: 175 calories
Carbohydrate: 25 grams carbohydrates
Cholesterol: 23 milligrams cholesterol
Fat: 9 grams fat
Fiber: 9 grams fiber
Protein: 2 grams protein
Saturated Fat: 6 grams saturated fat
Serving Size: 1 serving
Sodium: 1393 milligrams sodium
Sugar: 16 grams sugar
Trans Fat: 0 grams trans fat
Unsaturated Fat: 3 grams unsaturated fat

How to cook:

Layer the sauerkraut and apples in a large saucepan.
Add water to the pan just to the top of the sauerkraut and apples.
Place over medium high heat. Bring to a boil.
Add the caraway seeds.
Cover the pan and reduce heat to low-medium. Cook until the apples are soft, approximately 20-25 minutes.
Remove cover, stir well. Increase heat to high and cook until the water is almost completely evaporated. Keep a close watch and stir to avoid scorching.
Stir the butter into the cabbage mixture and let it melt. Remove from heat when all of the water has evaporated. Add salt and pepper, to taste.
Serve hot.

Notes: Quick Sauerkraut {with Apples}, Quick Sauerkraut is so easy to make. It’s literally cabbage, white vinegar, salt & water cooked down until the cabbage is tender, about 30 minutes. …