Pork ribs and sauerkraut is a hearty, flavorful dish that is perfect for a winter meal. The pork ribs are braised in a flavorful broth until they are fall-off-the-bone tender, and the sauerkraut is tangy and sour. This dish is often served with mashed potatoes or dumplings, and it is a favorite in many countries around the world.
The recipes in this article provide a variety of ways to make pork ribs and sauerkraut. There is a classic recipe that uses simple ingredients and a slow cooker recipe that is perfect for busy weeknights. There is also a recipe for a sauerkraut soup that is a great way to use up leftover pork ribs. No matter which recipe you choose, you are sure to enjoy this delicious and comforting dish.
COUNTRY PORK RIBS AND SAUERKRAUT
My mom made this when I was a kid growing up. I remember smelling this, waiting was so hard. I changed it a little so my kids love it now as much as I did. The pineapple with the sauerkraut really makes it different and very tasty.
Provided by HelenG
Categories Pork
Time 3h30m
Yield 8-10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Trim as much fat as possible off pork.
- Put flour zip lock bag add pork & shake well to coat.
- Heat 2 tbsp oil in stock pot.
- Add pork; brown on both sides. Remove pork from pot (may need to do this in 2 batches, adding more oil if needed).
- Slice onions then cut in half once mince garlic and saute with onion until translucent (again you may need to add more oil).
- Add undrained sauerkraut, undrained pineapple, bay leaves, and caraway seeds.
- Return pork.
- Mix gently but well.
- Cover and simmer slowly for 3 hours.
- If the liquid evaporates to quickly turn down heat and add some water. It should stay slightly watery.
- Gently remove pork and place on serving tray. Then remove sauerkraut and place next to pork.
- Salt and pepper (you don't need much salt).
- Serve with boiled potatoes.
COUNTRY PORK RIBS WITH APPLES AND SAUERKRAUT RECIPE - (4.7/5)
Provided by WheretheMagicHappens
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Remove the extra hunks of fat from the pork ribs. Put flour, salt and pepper iinto a gallon sized ziploc bag. Add the pork ribs 2 or 3 at a time, and shake until well coated. Add the oil to a dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the pork and brown on all sides, adding a little more oil if needed. Remove pork from your pan. Add more oil if needed. Peel and core your apples and cut into chunks. Peel and slice your onions, cut in half once then slice into strips. Peel and mince your garlic. Over medium heat, add onions to the pan and stir them around. At this point you can turn the heat down low, cover them with a lid. Add the minced garlic after a few minutes, and set the timer for no more than 5 minutes or until they are translucent. Don't let the garlic burn! Add the sauerkraut, apples, pineapple, bay leaves and caraway seeds. Stir them around together until well mixed. Add the pork and lay them on top of the liquid mixture. Cover and simmer for about 3 hours. Check the hear in about 20 minutes to make sure it is simmering, not boiling. If your liquid evaporates you can add a little water, apple or pineapple juice. You want it to have liquid throughout the cooking time and until you serve. I give it a stir every hour or so to make sure it has enough liquid and is still happily simmering away. Add salt and pepper to suit your taste. Notes: We tend to use a ladle to fill our bowls right from the dutch oven when it's just the two of us! We like to eat it like a bowl of soup. When I serve it to guests, I remove the pork and place it on a warm serving plate and place the sauerkraut mixture around the pork. Add a nice salad and a hard roll for sopping up the liquid and you have yourself a meal. I have served this with boiled potatoes but they aren't necessary. I usually add 2 jars of sauerkraut because we like a higher ratio of sauerkraut to meat. This is a great recipe to make the day before. The flavors blend together even more by the next day. Another benefit to makeing it the day before: you can take the extra fat off easier as it is sitting on top when cold. You can remove it with a fork or a spatula.
Tips:
- Choose country-style pork ribs for a flavorful and tender dish.
- Use a Dutch oven or large pot for cooking the ribs and sauerkraut together.
- Brown the ribs in a skillet before adding them to the pot to enhance their flavor.
- Add aromatics like onions, garlic, and celery to the pot for extra flavor.
- Use a variety of herbs and spices, such as caraway seeds, juniper berries, and bay leaves, to add complexity to the dish.
- Simmer the ribs and sauerkraut for at least 2 hours, or until the ribs are fall-off-the-bone tender.
- Serve the ribs and sauerkraut with mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or a side salad.
Conclusion:
This hearty and flavorful dish is perfect for a cold winter day. The combination of tender pork ribs, tangy sauerkraut, and aromatic spices creates a meal that is both comforting and satisfying. Serve it with your favorite sides for a complete and delicious dinner.
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