Best 3 Crock Pot Choucroute Recipes

**Discover the Classic French Dish: Choucroute Garni and Its Regional Variations**

Embark on a culinary journey to Alsace, France, and savor the iconic dish of choucroute garni, a delightful medley of sauerkraut, succulent pork, and an array of delectable accompaniments. This hearty and flavorful dish is a celebration of Alsatian cuisine, enjoyed for centuries and deeply ingrained in the region's cultural heritage.

In this comprehensive guide, we present two irresistible recipes for choucroute garni:

1. **Traditional Alsatian Choucroute Garni:** This classic recipe stays true to the Alsatian roots of the dish, showcasing the harmonious blend of tangy sauerkraut, tender pork cuts, and a selection of accompaniments such as artisanal sausages, smoky bacon, and juniper berries. As the flavors meld together in the slow cooker, your kitchen will be filled with an enticing aroma that promises a feast.

2. **Modern Take on Choucroute Garni:** For those seeking a contemporary twist on this Alsatian specialty, our modern recipe incorporates a flavorful combination of chicken, duck confit, and shiitake mushrooms. The chicken and duck provide a rich and succulent base, while the shiitake mushrooms add an earthy depth to the dish. Experiment with this updated version for a unique and unforgettable dining experience.

Prepare to tantalize your taste buds with these authentic and innovative recipes for choucroute garni. Whether you prefer the traditional Alsatian flavors or crave a modern interpretation, these recipes offer a culinary adventure that will transport you to the heart of Alsace, France.

Let's cook with our recipes!

SLOW COOKER SAUERKRAUT AND SAUSAGE

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Here's an old recipe I have used for years. Sauerkraut and pork sausage cooked slowly in a slow cooker. Yummm!

Provided by grannycancook

Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Pork Ground Pork Recipes

Time 4h15m

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 4

Ingredients

1 (20 ounce) can sauerkraut
¼ cup brown sugar
1 ½ pounds ground pork sausage
1 onion, sliced

Steps:

In a medium bowl, combine the sauerkraut and brown sugar. then place in slow cooker. Arrange the sausage and onion over the sauerkraut.
Cook on high for two hours, check for dryness, adding some water if necessary, then reduce to low setting, and cook on low for two more hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 639.8 calories, Carbohydrate 19 g, Cholesterol 92.6 mg, Fat 55.1 g, Fiber 3.3 g, Protein 17.2 g, SaturatedFat 19.8 g, Sodium 1652.7 mg, Sugar 13.4 g

CROCK POT CHOUCROUTE

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Make and share this Crock Pot Choucroute recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Geema

Categories Stew

Time 7h15m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

4 cups green cabbage, shredded
1 large carrot, peeled and shredded
1 (16 ounce) package sauerkraut, drained, rinsed well
3/4 cup apple cider
2 tablespoons brown sugar
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 teaspoon ground pepper
3/4 teaspoon caraway seed
1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
5 slices Canadian bacon, in strips
1/2 lb turkey kielbasa, in 6 pieces
1 lb small red potatoes, quartered

Steps:

Stir together the cabbage, carrot, sauerkraut, cider, sugar, garlic, pepper, caraway, and allspice in slow cooker.
Bury the Canadian bacon in the kraut, pressing down to compact.
Top with kielbasa & potatoes.
Cover & cook on low for 7 hours, until potatoes are tender.

CROCK POT CHOUCROUTE GARNI

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Make and share this Crock Pot Choucroute Garni recipe from Food.com.

Provided by DrGaellon

Categories Stew

Time 8h20m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

2 lbs sauerkraut (not from a can)
4 ounces bacon, diced
2 teaspoons vegetable oil
1 large onion, chopped
3 carrots, peeled and diced
2 granny smith apples, grated
8 juniper berries
8 ounces white wine
28 ounces low sodium chicken broth (or less)
2 lbs kielbasa, sliced 1/2-inch thick on the bias
1 tablespoon dried thyme
1 tablespoon kosher salt (to taste)
2 teaspoons ground black pepper (to taste)
4 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

Drain sauerkraut well. Place in bottom of crock pot.
Sauté bacon in hot skillet for 5 minutes. Add oil, onion and carrot, and sauté until onion is golden and soft.
Stir bacon mixture and grated apple into sauerkraut.
Add kielbasa to sauerkraut. (I use Hillshire Farms "Light" Kielbasa.) Tuck juniper and bouquet garni into cheesecloth and add to crock pot. Season with thyme, salt and pepper. Add wine, and just enough chicken broth to cover.
Cook on high 3-4 hours or low 6-8 hours. Remove cheesecloth, then stir in chopped parsley before serving.
Serve with boiled potatoes and pumpernickel or dark rye bread.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 539.8, Fat 39.4, SaturatedFat 13, Cholesterol 84.4, Sodium 2814.4, Carbohydrate 21.4, Fiber 5.8, Sugar 11, Protein 19.2

Tips:

For the best flavor, use a good quality sauerkraut. Look for one that is naturally fermented and has a tangy, sour flavor.
If you don't have any juniper berries, you can substitute 1 teaspoon of caraway seeds.
Feel free to add other vegetables to the pot, such as carrots, celery, or potatoes.
Serve the choucroute with a side of mashed potatoes, spaetzle, or bread.

Conclusion:

Crock pot choucroute is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is also a great way to use up leftover sauerkraut. This dish is sure to please everyone at the table.

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