Hot Dog Sauerkraut
Transform your classic hot dog into a gourmet delight with this irresistible Hot Dog Sauerkraut recipe. Featuring tangy sauerkraut enhanced with caramelized onions, a splash of apple cider vinegar, and a touch of brown sugar, this topping strikes the perfect balance of savory and sweet. The addition of Dijon mustard, caraway seeds, and garlic powder infuses each bite with bold, aromatic flavors, while the buttery base ensures richness throughout. Ready in just 25 minutes, this quick and easy recipe is ideal for elevating your backyard BBQ or weeknight dinner. Serve this hearty sauerkraut mixture warm over grilled hot dogs and watch your family and friends savor every bite! Perfect for lovers of classic comfort food with a unique twist.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups sauerkraut
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 medium yellow onion
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.5 teaspoons caraway seeds
- 0.5 teaspoons garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 2 tablespoons water
Instructions
Peel and thinly slice the yellow onion into half-moons.
In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
Add the sliced onion to the skillet and sauté for 5-7 minutes until softened and lightly golden.
Stir in the apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, and Dijon mustard, ensuring the ingredients are well combined.
Add the sauerkraut, caraway seeds, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and water to the skillet. Mix thoroughly.
Reduce the heat to low and simmer the mixture for 5-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until heated through and flavors meld together.
Remove from heat and allow the sauerkraut mixture to cool slightly before serving as a topping for hot dogs or other dishes.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
391 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 31.4 g | 40% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.8 g | 79% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 77 mg | 26% | |
| Sodium | 3295 mg | 143% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 24.4 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.5 g | 38% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.9 g | ||
| Protein | 4.5 g | 9% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 130 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 4.7 mg | 26% | |
| Potassium | 687 mg | 15% | |
*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.
