Sauerkraut with Polish Sausage

Savor the comforting flavors of Eastern Europe with this hearty and satisfying recipe for Sauerkraut with Polish Sausage. Featuring tender slices of smoky kielbasa, tangy sauerkraut, and aromatic caraway seeds, this dish is brought to life with sweet hints of brown sugar and the richness of sautéed onions and garlic. Simmered in chicken broth for ultimate depth of flavor, this one-pot wonder is an easy and flavorful meal ready in under an hour. Perfect served on its own or paired with creamy mashed potatoes or crusty bread, this hearty combination of bold ingredients is a classic crowd-pleaser. A sprinkling of fresh parsley adds the perfect finishing touch to this rustic, soul-warming comfort food.

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound Polish sausage (kielbasa)
• 32 ounces Sauerkraut
• 1 medium Yellow onion
• 2 large Garlic cloves
• 1 teaspoon Caraway seeds
• 1 tablespoon Brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons Butter
• 1 cup Chicken broth
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Slice the Polish sausage into 1/2-inch thick rounds and set aside.

Step 2

Drain and rinse the sauerkraut to remove excess brine. Squeeze out any additional liquid and set aside.

Step 3

Peel and finely chop the onion. Mince the garlic cloves.

Step 4

In a large skillet or Dutch oven, melt the butter over medium heat.

Step 5

Add the chopped onion to the skillet and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened and translucent.

Step 6

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 7

Add the sliced Polish sausage to the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sausage begins to brown slightly.

Step 8

Stir in the sauerkraut, caraway seeds, and brown sugar, mixing well to combine.

Step 9

Pour in the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.

Step 10

Season with salt and black pepper to taste, then reduce the heat to low.

Step 11

Cover the skillet or Dutch oven with a lid and let the mixture cook for 25-30 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.

Step 12

Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Add a bit more broth if the mixture begins to dry out.

Step 13

Once cooked, remove from heat and garnish with chopped fresh parsley, if desired. Serve hot on its own or alongside boiled potatoes or crusty bread.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1766.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1974.3

Total Fat 158.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 65.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.7g
Cholesterol 315.5mg	0%
Sodium 11497.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 74.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 28.8g	0%
Total Sugars 35.2g
Protein 62.3g	0%

Vitamin D 40.8IU	0%
Calcium 475.9mg	0%
Iron 18.3mg	0%
Potassium 2880.1mg	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: 72.3%

Protein: 12.6%

Carbs: 15.0%