Crock Pot Country Style Ribs and Sauerkraut

Slow-cooked to tender perfection, this Crock Pot Country-Style Ribs and Sauerkraut recipe marries hearty flavors with effortless convenience. Featuring succulent country-style pork ribs, tangy sauerkraut, sweet apple slices, and a touch of brown sugar, this dish strikes the perfect balance between savory and sweet. A hint of caraway seeds adds a subtle, aromatic twist that complements the savory garlic and seared pork. After a quick sear, the ingredients are layered into a crock pot and simmered for six hours, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully. Ideal for a comforting family dinner, this one-pot wonder is as simple as it is satisfying. Serve it with crusty bread or creamy mashed potatoes for a complete and comforting meal!

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:360 mins

Total Time:375 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 lbs Country-style pork ribs
• 32 oz Sauerkraut
• 1 large Yellow onion
• 1 medium Apple
• 2 tbsp Brown sugar
• 1 tsp Caraway seeds
• 1 tsp Garlic powder
• 1 tsp Salt
• 1 tsp Black pepper
• 1 cup Chicken broth
• 1 tbsp Vegetable oil

Directions

Step 1

Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the vegetable oil.

Step 2

Season the country-style pork ribs with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.

Step 3

Sear the ribs in the skillet for 2-3 minutes per side until browned. Remove from the skillet and set aside.

Step 4

Peel and thinly slice the yellow onion. Core the apple and cut it into thin slices.

Step 5

Drain the sauerkraut and rinse it under cold water if you prefer a milder flavor.

Step 6

Layer half of the sauerkraut in the bottom of the crock pot.

Step 7

Add half of the sliced onion and half of the apple slices on top of the sauerkraut.

Step 8

Sprinkle 1 tablespoon of brown sugar and 1/2 teaspoon of caraway seeds over the layers.

Step 9

Place the seared ribs on top of the sauerkraut mixture.

Step 10

Repeat the process with the remaining sauerkraut, onion, apple slices, brown sugar, and caraway seeds.

Step 11

Pour the chicken broth over the entire mixture.

Step 12

Cover the crock pot with its lid and cook on low heat for 6 hours, or until the ribs are tender and cooked through.

Step 13

Once cooked, stir the sauerkraut mixture gently and serve the ribs with the sauerkraut on the side.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2282.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3325.9

Total Fat 245.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 84.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 12.5g
Cholesterol 762.0mg	0%
Sodium 9581.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 88.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 31.0g	0%
Total Sugars 55.8g
Protein 194.4g	0%

Vitamin D 36.3IU	0%
Calcium 437.8mg	0%
Iron 22.1mg	0%
Potassium 4269.0mg	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: 66.1%

Protein: 23.3%

Carbs: 10.6%