Crock Pot Choucroute

Experience the hearty flavors of traditional Alsatian cuisine with this Crock Pot Choucroute, a slow-cooked masterpiece that brings rustic comfort to your table. Packed with tangy sauerkraut, smoky kielbasa, juicy bratwurst, tender Yukon Gold potatoes, and aromatic spices like caraway seeds and bay leaves, this dish is infused with irresistible depth. A splash of dry white wine and a hint of diced apple add a subtle sweetness, perfectly balancing the savory richness of smoked bacon and garlic. With minimal prep and the ease of a slow cooker, this one-pot meal is ideal for cozy family dinners or casual gatherings. Serve it piping hot with crusty bread or spicy mustard for a satisfying feast.

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:300 mins

Total Time:320 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 32 oz Sauerkraut
• 1 lb Smoked sausage (kielbasa or similar)
• 1 lb Bratwurst or other mild sausages
• 1.5 lb Yukon Gold potatoes
• 1 large Onion, thinly sliced
• 3 Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 cup Dry white wine
• 1 cup Chicken broth
• 1 tsp Caraway seeds
• 2 Bay leaves
• 0.5 tsp Black pepper, freshly ground
• 4 oz Smoked bacon, chopped
• 1 medium Apple (optional, peeled and diced)
• 1 tbsp Olive oil

Directions

Step 1

Rinse and drain the sauerkraut thoroughly to reduce its acidity. Set aside.

Step 2

In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped bacon and cook until crisp. Remove the bacon with a slotted spoon and set aside, leaving the rendered fat in the skillet.

Step 3

Add the sliced onion to the skillet and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute more. Transfer the onion and garlic mixture to the crock pot.

Step 4

Layer the sauerkraut over the onion and garlic mixture in the crock pot. Sprinkle with the caraway seeds, bay leaves, and black pepper. If using, add the diced apple for a subtle sweetness.

Step 5

Nestle the smoked sausage, bratwurst, and potatoes into the sauerkraut mixture. The potatoes can be left whole if small, or halved if larger.

Step 6

Pour in the white wine and chicken broth. Scatter the reserved cooked bacon over the top.

Step 7

Cover the crock pot with its lid and cook on low for 5 to 6 hours, or until the sausages are fully cooked, the potatoes are tender, and the flavors have melded together.

Step 8

Remove and discard the bay leaves before serving. Serve the choucroute hot with mustard or crusty bread on the side, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3444.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4790.2

Total Fat 331.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 118.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.3g
Cholesterol 748.0mg	0%
Sodium 16111.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 232.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 43.4g	0%
Total Sugars 54.3g
Protein 183.0g	0%

Vitamin D 36.3IU	0%
Calcium 715.1mg	0%
Iron 30.5mg	0%
Potassium 7717.0mg	0%

*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: 64.2%

Protein: 15.8%

Carbs: 20.0%