Best 8 Awesome Sweet And Sour Kraut Recipes

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**Discover the Sweet and Tangy Delight of Sauerkraut: A Culinary Journey from Traditional to Modern Flavors**

Sauerkraut, a culinary treasure rooted in tradition, embarks on a delectable journey in this article, where classic recipes intertwine with contemporary culinary innovations. From its humble beginnings as a method of preserving cabbage to its current status as a beloved delicacy, sauerkraut's versatility shines through a myriad of recipes that cater to diverse palates. Experience the tangy embrace of traditional German sauerkraut, a symphony of sour and savory flavors achieved through natural fermentation. Embark on a culinary adventure with Korean kimchi, where fiery gochugaru peppers ignite a spicy symphony, or explore the depths of Alsatian choucroute garnie, a rich and hearty stew brimming with succulent meats and aromatic spices. Indulge in the sweet and tangy harmony of sweet and sour sauerkraut, a delightful blend of酸甜口感. As you delve into these culinary creations, discover the endless possibilities of sauerkraut, a testament to the enduring legacy of culinary traditions and the boundless creativity of modern cuisine.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

AWESOME SWEET AND SOUR KRAUT!



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This is a good homemade sourkraut that is good served almost anytime, almost anywhere! Look for sweet-sour apples, such as Gala or Braeburn. Enjoy!

Provided by Sharon123

Categories     German

Time 1h5m

Yield 10 cups

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 teaspoon ground dried chile (ancho is good)
1 teaspoon salt
3/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon caraway seed
1/2 teaspoon dry mustard
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon cayenne
1/4 teaspoon ground mace
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
4 cups julenne onions
1 head cabbage, cut into julienne strips 1/4 to 12 inch wide (about 10 to 12 cups)
2 -4 unpeeled apples, cut into thin wedges (2 if large, 4 small)
2 tablespoons minced fresh garlic
2 tablespoons minced fresh ginger
1 cup balsamic vinegar
1 cup dry white wine
1/4 cup firmly packed dark brown sugar

Steps:

  • Combine the seasoning mix ingredients in a small bowl.
  • Heat the oil in a 6 quart pot over high heat just until the oil begins to smoke, about 4 minutes.
  • Add the onions and cook, stirring occasionally, until they start to brown, about 8 minutes.
  • Stir in the cabbage, apples, garlic, and ginger and cook, stirring frequently, for 4 minutes.
  • Add the vinegar and scrape up all the brown bits on the bottom of the pot.
  • Stir in the wine, brown sugar, and the seasoning mix.
  • Cover, reduce the heat to medium, and cook, stirring occasionally, until the cabbage is tender and cooked down very well, about 25 to 30 minutes.
  • Can be served hot or cold, almost anytime, almost anywhere.

SWEET-AND-SOUR SAUERKRAUT



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Categories     Tomato     Vegetable     Side     Vegetarian     Quick & Easy     Spice     Oktoberfest     Vegan     Cabbage     Gourmet     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 large onion, halved lengthwise and thinly sliced crosswise (2 cups)
2 large garlic cloves, finely chopped
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 teaspoon cumin seeds, toasted
10 whole allspice, crushed
1 (28-ounce) can whole tomatoes in juice
1/2 cup packed dark brown sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
3 pound packaged sauerkraut, rinsed well and drained

Steps:

  • Cook onion and garlic in oil in a 3 1/2- to 4-quart heavy saucepan over moderately low heat, stirring occasionally (stir more frequently toward end of cooking), until golden brown, about 30 minutes. Increase heat to moderate, then add cumin and allspice and cook, stirring, 30 seconds. Add tomatoes (including juice), brown sugar, salt, and pepper and simmer, stirring occasionally and breaking up tomatoes, 10 minutes. Stir in sauerkraut and bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer, partially covered, stirring occasionally, until most of liquid is absorbed, about 30 minutes.

SWEET-AND-SOUR KRAUT



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Folks who aren't fond of the "sour" in sauerkraut will enjoy this vacation sweetened with brown sugar and priced at 29 cents a serving. "This side dish sounds strange, but it's really good-even cold," assures Margery Bryan of Moses Lake, Washington.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 1h

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 bacon strips, diced
1 medium onion, chopped
1 can (27 ounces) sauerkraut, rinsed and drained
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, drained
1 cup packed brown sugar

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Remove with a slotted spoon to paper towels; drain, reserving 1 tablespoon drippings. Saute onion in the drippings until tender. , Stir in sauerkraut, tomatoes, brown sugar and bacon. Bring to a boil. Transfer to a greased 1-1/2-qt. baking dish. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 30-35 minutes or until bubbly.

Nutrition Facts :

QUICK SAUERKRAUT



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This easy-to-make sauerkraut is a tasty hot dog topping. Use it to make our Classic Reubens and Pierogi with Sauerkraut and Mushrooms.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Healthy Recipes     Gluten-Free Recipes

Yield Makes 6 cups

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 head green cabbage (about 2 1/2 pounds), outer leaves removed, halved, cored, and thinly sliced
1/2 cup distilled white vinegar
1 tablespoon coarse salt

Steps:

  • In a medium saucepan, combine cabbage, vinegar, salt, and 1 1/4 cups water. Cover, and cook over medium, stirring occasionally, until cabbage is tender, 30 to 35 minutes (if bottom of pan starts to brown, add 1/4 cup more water). To store, refrigerate up to 2 weeks.

SANDY'S SWEET SLOW COOKER SAUERKRAUT



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Every New Year's Day, my mom would make her 'famous' sauerkraut. It is more than a traditional meal to ensure a prosperous new year; it is simply delicious (and easy)! Even for those who do not usually enjoy sauerkraut, this recipe's sweet flavor is hard to resist!

Provided by MellieLynn

Categories     Side Dish

Time 8h20m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 quart sauerkraut, drained and rinsed
1 ½ cups water
¾ cup diced carrot
¾ cup brown sugar
⅔ cup chopped apple
½ sweet onion, minced
1 teaspoon caraway seeds
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 pound fully cooked kielbasa, cut into 1-inch pieces

Steps:

  • Place sauerkraut, water, carrot, brown sugar, apple, sweet onion, caraway seeds, salt, and black pepper in a slow cooker. Cook on Low for about 7 hours; add kielbasa. Cook for one more hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 264.3 calories, Carbohydrate 23.5 g, Cholesterol 37.5 mg, Fat 15.7 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 8.3 g, SaturatedFat 5.3 g, Sodium 1302 mg, Sugar 18.1 g

SWEET AND SOUR SAUERKRAUT



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A wonderful twist on sauerkraut. A great side dish that goes with so many dishes. I do cut back on the brown sugar. I think it's a little too sweet with the whole cup.

Provided by cookin-ez

Categories     Low Protein

Time 50m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 slices bacon, diced
1 medium onion, chopped
1 (27 ounce) can sauerkraut, drained
1 (14 ounce) can diced tomatoes, drained
1 cup brown sugar, packed

Steps:

  • In a large skillet cook the bacon until crisp. Remove to paper towels and saute the onion in the drippings.
  • Stir in the sauerkraut, tomatoes, brown sugar and the bacon. Bring to a boil. Transfer to a greased casserole dish. Bake, uncovered at 350 for 30-35 minutes or until bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 154.7, Fat 4.3, SaturatedFat 1.4, Cholesterol 6.2, Sodium 702.8, Carbohydrate 28.5, Fiber 2.7, Sugar 24.6, Protein 2.2

SWEET & SOUR SAUERKRAUT (BAYRICH KRAUT)



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Make and share this Sweet & Sour Sauerkraut (Bayrich Kraut) recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Kendra Brokstad

Categories     German

Time 2h5m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 cup sugar
1/2-1 cup butter
1 (1 lb) can stewed tomatoes
1 (1 lb) can sauerkraut
1 (1 lb) package Polish sausage (optional)

Steps:

  • Simmer sugar, butter and tomatoes for half an hour in skillet.
  • Add to drained sauerkraut and polish sausage in baking dish.
  • Cover and bake at 325° for an 90 minutes,or put in crock pot for same time.
  • Goes well with mashed potatoes.

SWEET AND SOUR SAUERKRAUT



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I found this recipe in Gourmet magazine---it is a delicious make-ahead side dish. Serve with brats and beer for Oktoberfest. Posted for ZWT4.

Provided by MamaJ

Categories     Vegetable

Time 1h25m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 large onion, sliced
2 large garlic cloves, minced
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 teaspoon cumin seed, toasted
10 whole allspice, crushed
1 (28 ounce) can whole tomatoes
1/4-1/2 cup packed dark brown sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
3 lbs sauerkraut, rinsed well and drained

Steps:

  • Cook onion and garlic in oil in heavy saucepan over moderately low heat, until golden brown, about 30 minutes.
  • Increase heat to moderate, and add cumin and allspice and cook 30 seconds.
  • Add tomatoes (including juice), brown sugar, salt, and pepper and simmer. Break up tomatoes and cook 10 minutes.
  • Stir in sauerkraut and bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat and simmer, partially covered, until most of liquid is absorbed (about 30 minutes).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 145.8, Fat 5.8, SaturatedFat 1, Sodium 1268, Carbohydrate 27.2, Fiber 7.9, Sugar 10.6, Protein 3.1

Tips:

  • Use a sharp knife to thinly slice the cabbage, so it cooks evenly.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan when cooking the cabbage. Cook it in batches if necessary.
  • Be careful not to overcook the cabbage, or it will become mushy. It should still have a slight crunch to it.
  • Taste the sweet and sour sauce before adding it to the cabbage. You may need to adjust the sweetness or sourness to your liking.
  • Serve the sweet and sour cabbage warm or at room temperature. It can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

Sweet and sour cabbage is a delicious and easy-to-make side dish that can be enjoyed with a variety of meals. It's also a great way to use up leftover cabbage. The sweet and sour sauce gives the cabbage a tangy and slightly sweet flavor that is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a simple and flavorful side dish, give sweet and sour cabbage a try.

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