Sauerkraut and Apples
Infuse your table with the perfect balance of tangy, sweet, and savory flavors with this comforting Sauerkraut and Apples recipe. A delicious medley of lightly caramelized onions, tender apples, and tangy sauerkraut, this dish is elevated with the warmth of caraway seeds and a touch of brown sugar. Simmered gently in apple cider, the ingredients meld into a flavorful side dish that pairs beautifully with hearty mains like roasted pork, sausages, or grilled chicken. Ready in just 35 minutes, this quick and easy recipe is a wonderful way to transform simple pantry staples into a dish that feels both classic and modern. Serve it hot to enjoy the irresistible combination of textures and bold flavors!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 medium (thinly sliced) yellow onion
- 2 medium (cored and thinly sliced) apples
- 3 cups (drained and rinsed lightly) sauerkraut
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 cup apple cider
- 1 teaspoon caraway seeds
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon (or to taste) salt
Instructions
Heat a large skillet or heavy-bottomed pan over medium heat and melt the unsalted butter until it begins to foam.
Add the thinly sliced yellow onion to the pan and sauté for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the onions are softened and lightly caramelized.
Add the thinly sliced apples to the pan and continue to cook for another 3-5 minutes until the apples have softened slightly.
Stir in the drained and lightly rinsed sauerkraut, making sure to evenly mix with the apples and onions.
Sprinkle the brown sugar over the mixture, then pour in the apple cider and stir to combine.
Season the mixture with caraway seeds, black pepper, and salt to taste.
Reduce the heat to low, cover the pan, and allow the mixture to simmer for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauerkraut and apples have fully absorbed the flavors and are tender.
Remove from heat and let it rest for a couple of minutes before serving.
Serve hot as a side dish or enjoy on its own!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
765 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 36.0 g | 46% | |
| Saturated Fat | 18.7 g | 94% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 79 mg | 26% | |
| Sodium | 3383 mg | 147% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 116.6 g | 42% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 24.2 g | 86% | |
| Total Sugars | 82.6 g | ||
| Protein | 7.0 g | 14% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 226 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 7.7 mg | 43% | |
| Potassium | 1559 mg | 33% | |
*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.
