Sauerkraut Hot Dog Topping
Elevate your next barbecue or comfort-food night with this irresistible sauerkraut hot dog topping! This quick and easy recipe combines tender, tangy sauerkraut with caramelized onions, a touch of brown sugar, and a splash of apple cider vinegar for perfectly balanced sweetness and acidity. Infused with aromatic caraway seeds and a hint of black pepper, this topping brings bold flavor and a satisfying crunch to any hot dog. Ready in just 25 minutes, it’s the ultimate finishing touch to transform a humble hot dog into a gourmet creation. Pair with your favorite sausages, buns, and condiments for a crowd-pleasing meal packed with flavor!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups sauerkraut
- 0.5 medium yellow onion
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 0.5 teaspoon caraway seeds
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Begin by draining the sauerkraut to remove excess liquid. Squeeze gently to remove as much moisture as possible, then set it aside.
Finely dice half a medium yellow onion and set it aside.
In a medium-sized skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
Add the diced onion to the skillet and sauté for 5-7 minutes, until it softens and turns translucent.
Stir in the drained sauerkraut, mixing well to combine with the onions.
Add the brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, caraway seeds, and black pepper. Stir everything together to ensure the sauerkraut is evenly coated.
Reduce the heat to low and allow the mixture to cook for an additional 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, to let the flavors meld together.
Remove the skillet from the heat and let it cool slightly before serving. Spoon the sauerkraut topping onto your hot dogs and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
385 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 30.3 g | 39% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.8 g | 79% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 77 mg | 26% | |
| Sodium | 1998 mg | 87% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 26.8 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.4 g | 34% | |
| Total Sugars | 16.2 g | ||
| Protein | 3.7 g | 7% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 121 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 4.5 mg | 25% | |
| Potassium | 595 mg | 13% | |
*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.
