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How To Cook Sauerkraut From a Bag

Sauerkraut is a low-calorie, easy side dish for any meal. Learn how to cook sauerkraut from a bag quickly and easily so it can make any dinner shine!
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Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: German
Prep Time: 2 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Servings: 8
Calories: 22kcal
Author: Megan Porta

Ingredients

  • 32 oz sauerkraut
  • Seasonings or spices as desired

Instructions

  • Transfer contents of the bag of sauerkraut into a medium skillet (include juices). Add spices or seasonings, as desired.
  • Cook over medium heat for 10-15 minutes or until heated through. Serve immediately!

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Notes

  • There is so much room to add flavor to sauerkraut. Add chopped bacon or ground meat of any variety. Bacon fat and fats from other sources pair perfectly with this food.
  • If the mixture becomes dry, add a bit of water to the pan.
  • For a softer texture, simply cook the kraut for a longer period of time (up to 25 minutes) which will create a more tender end result.
  • Consider adding sauces to the mix to achieve a different flavor. Horseradish sauce, apple cider vinegar and garlic sauce all taste great when paired with this ingredient.
  • Add a splash of white wine while cooking for a more robust flavor.
  • Chopped vegetables are a great addition, as well, Mushrooms, cherry tomatoes, zucchini, sauteed onion (white, yellow, green or red), green beans, peppers and broccoli mix in well.
  • Add a touch of sweetness by adding a few tablespoons of brown sugar.
  • Another option for heating this ingredient up is to spread it in a single layer in an ovenproof baking dish and baking it in the oven at 350 degrees F for 20 minutes, or until heated through. Include the sour juices from the bag to keep the whole thing from drying out during baking.
  • Many types of sausage pair well with this simple side dish. It pulls out the delicious sausage flavors when mixed with smoked sausage, ground sausage or Polish sausage.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container or in a baking dish covered with aluminum foil in the fridge for up to 5 days.

Nutrition

Calories: 22kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 750mg | Potassium: 193mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 20IU | Vitamin C: 17mg | Calcium: 34mg | Iron: 2mg
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