Sausage Sauerkraut

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.

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 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
• 0 Black pepper (to taste)
• 0 Salt (to taste)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

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

Step 3

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

Step 4

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

Step 5

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

Step 6

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

Step 7

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

Step 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.

Step 9

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

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1488.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1632.8

Total Fat 117.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 36.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 200.0mg	0%
Sodium 6836.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 87.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 22.8g	0%
Total Sugars 49.2g
Protein 59.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 345.2mg	0%
Iron 13.9mg	0%
Potassium 2259.0mg	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: 64.3%

Protein: 14.4%

Carbs: 21.3%