Sausage Sauerkraut

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Savor the comforting flavors of this hearty Sausage Sauerkraut recipe, a perfect blend of tangy, savory, and slightly sweet notes that’s ready in just 45 minutes! Featuring juicy bratwurst or smoked sausages nestled into a bed of sautéed onions, garlic, and fragrant caraway seeds, this dish is elevated with the addition of diced apple, rich chicken broth, and a touch of brown sugar to balance the tart sauerkraut. Simmered to perfection in one skillet, this German-inspired classic is ideal for a cozy dinner, especially when paired with creamy mashed potatoes or rustic rye bread. Easy to prepare and packed with robust flavor, Sausage Sauerkraut is a must-try for lovers of traditional comfort food and quick weeknight meals.

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 10 min
• Cook Time: 35 min
• Total Time: 45 min
• Servings: 4 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

11 items

• 4 pieces Sausages (preferably bratwurst or smoked sausage)
• 16 ounces Sauerkraut (drained)
• 1 large Yellow onion (thinly sliced)
• 2 cloves Garlic cloves (minced)
• 1 teaspoon Caraway seeds
• 1 medium Apple (peeled, cored, and diced)
• 1 cup Chicken broth
• 1 tablespoon Brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• Black pepper (to taste)
• Salt (to taste)

📝 Instructions

9 steps

1. Heat a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of olive oil.

2. Brown the sausages on all sides for about 6-8 minutes. Remove the sausages from the skillet and set them aside.

3. Add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil to the skillet. Sauté the sliced onion until soft and golden, approximately 5 minutes.

4. Stir in the garlic and caraway seeds, cooking for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

5. Add the diced apple to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes until slightly softened.

6. Stir in the drained sauerkraut, chicken broth, and brown sugar. Mix everything together until well combined.

7. Season with salt and black pepper to taste, then nestle the browned sausages back into the sauerkraut mixture.

8. Cover the skillet or Dutch oven with a lid and reduce the heat to low. Let everything simmer for 25-30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sausages are cooked through and the flavors meld together.

9. Serve hot, either on its own or alongside mashed potatoes or rye bread for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (360.7g)

Calories		402
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		29.2 g	37%
	Saturated Fat	9.0 g	45%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	0.0 g
Cholesterol		50 mg	17%
Sodium		1708 mg	74%
Total Carbohydrate		21.3 g	8%
	Dietary Fiber	5.4 g	19%
	Total Sugars	13.0 g
Protein		14.8 g	30%
Vitamin D		0.0 mcg	0%
Calcium		82 mg	6%
Iron		3.6 mg	20%
Potassium		567 mg	12%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 1046 cal (64.5%%)

Protein: 236 cal (14.5%%)

Carbs: 341 cal (21.0%%)