Warm up with a bowl of hearty and satisfying Frankfurter Gruntz, a rustic German-inspired stew perfect for cozy evenings. This one-pot dish is brimming with flavor, featuring tender chunks of Yukon Gold potatoes, sweet green cabbage, and savory Frankfurter sausages simmered to perfection in a fragrant chicken broth infused with caraway seeds, garlic, and onion. The butter-infused base adds richness, while fresh parsley provides a burst of color and freshness to each bowl. With only 20 minutes of prep and a total cook time of under an hour, this nourishing stew is as easy to make as it is delicious. Ideal for weeknight dinners or family gatherings, Frankfurter Gruntz is a hearty comfort food classic that will have everyone coming back for seconds!
Peel the potatoes and cut them into bite-sized chunks. Set aside.
Remove the outer leaves of the cabbage, then chop it into moderately sized pieces.
Dice the onion and mince the garlic cloves.
Slice the Frankfurter sausages into 1-inch pieces and set aside.
In a large pot or Dutch oven, melt the butter over medium heat.
Add the diced onion and minced garlic and sauté for 3-4 minutes until soft and fragrant.
Stir in the caraway seeds, allowing them to release their aroma for about 1 minute.
Add the potatoes and cabbage to the pot, stirring to coat them in the butter and spices.
Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let it simmer for 25 minutes.
After 25 minutes, add the sliced Frankfurter sausages to the pot. Stir well and let them heat through for 10 more minutes.
Season the stew with salt and black pepper to taste.
Ladle the Frankfurter Gruntz into bowls and garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving. Enjoy!
Calories |
1596 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 76.3 g | 98% | |
| Saturated Fat | 32.9 g | 164% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 186 mg | 62% | |
| Sodium | 6741 mg | 293% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 180.7 g | 66% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.3 g | 69% | |
| Total Sugars | 23.7 g | ||
| Protein | 54.6 g | 109% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 413 mg | 32% | |
| Iron | 12.7 mg | 71% | |
| Potassium | 5218 mg | 111% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.