Comfort food doesn't get much better than a hearty plate of ribs and sauerkraut. This classic dish is a staple in many cultures and for good reason. The combination of tender, fall-off-the-bone ribs and tangy, flavorful sauerkraut is simply irresistible. In this article, we'll share two delicious recipes for ribs and sauerkraut. The first recipe is for a traditional German-style ribs and sauerkraut dish. The ribs are braised in a flavorful broth made with sauerkraut, caraway seeds, and juniper berries. The second recipe is for a more Americanized version of the dish, with ribs cooked in a tangy barbecue sauce and served with a side of sauerkraut. Both recipes are sure to satisfy your cravings for this classic comfort food.
Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!
BAKED RIBS AND SAUERKRAUT
Looking for a hearty dinner? Enjoy this mild flavored pork and cabbage dish for a wonderful meal.
Provided by Pillsbury Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 2h40m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Heat oven to 450°F. Cut ribs into serving-sized pieces. Place in ungreased 13x9-inch pan; sprinkle with salt and pepper. Bake at 450°F. for 20 minutes.
- Reduce oven temperature to 350°F. Remove ribs from pan; drain and discard meat drippings. In same pan, combine sauerkraut and all remaining ingredients; spread evenly. Arrange ribs on top of sauerkraut mixture.
- Bake at 350°F. for 1 1/2 to 2 hours or until ribs are tender.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 430, Carbohydrate 19 g, Cholesterol 105 mg, Fiber 5 g, Protein 27 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, ServingSize 1 serving, Sodium 1620 mg, Sugar 12 g
COUNTRY PORK 'N' SAUERKRAUT
My mother and grandmother once ran a beanery for a train crew, which inspired a lot of my cooking. I adapted this recipe from one of theirs. The secret ingredient is the applesauce. When everything is cooked up, you wouldn't guess that it's in there, but the taste's just a bit sweeter. -Donna Hellendrung, Mineapolis, Minnesota
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 1h45m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a Dutch oven, cook ribs and onion in oil until ribs are browned and onion is tender. Remove from the heat. Combine remaining ingredients and pour over ribs. , Cover and bake at 350° until ribs are tender, 1-1/2 to 2 hours.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 477 calories, Fat 24g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 130mg cholesterol, Sodium 757mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (15g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 41g protein.
OLD-COUNTRY SAUERKRAUT 'N' RIBS
This simple one-pan dish is a complete meal and takes little time to prepare . Whenever I served this to my family I felt they were getting a hearty meal. It became a favorite. -Helen Wentz North Fort Myers, Florida
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 1h40m
Yield 2 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Layer the potato, sauerkraut and ribs in a greased 11x7-in. baking dish. Combine the ketchup, molasses and Worcestershire sauce; pour over the ribs. , Cover and bake at 350° for 1-1/4 hours. Uncover; bake 15 minutes longer or until meat is tender. Remove ribs and cut into two-rib portions before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 647 calories, Fat 31g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 122mg cholesterol, Sodium 1482mg sodium, Carbohydrate 65g carbohydrate (30g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 29g protein.
SAUERKRAUT MY GRANDMA'S WAY
When we were first married my husband wanted me to make sauerkraut like his mother. She did hers on top of the stove and made dumplings on top. It was good, but nothing like what my grandmother made. Now 40 plus years later he never asks for sauerkraut his mother's way.
Provided by Marsha Gardner
Categories Pork
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- 1. Preheat oven to 350-degrees.
- 2. Layer slightly drained sauerkraut, sliced onions and apples in a large roasting pan. Sprinkle with brown sugar.
- 3. Sprinkle salt, pepper and garlic over pork. Lay on top of sauerkraut. Cover roaster. Bake for 1 3/4 hours.
- 4. Add kielbasa, cut into 2-3 inch pieces to roaster and continue baking for another 30 minutes.
- 5. I serve this dish just like my grandma did. Mashed potatoes, homemade applesauce and a good dark rye along with a good beer. Not the prettiest dish color wise with everything being the same color, but delicious never the less.
SPARERIBS AND KRAUT
This simple dish of baked spareribs and sauerkraut is a winner on a cold winter night. Serve with crusty rye bread and butter.
Provided by JMIES
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Pork Pork Rib Recipes Spare Ribs
Time 1h10m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C). Coat a 9x13 inch baking dish with cooking spray. Season the ribs with salt and pepper, and arrange them in the greased baking dish.
- Roast for 20 to 25 minutes in the preheated oven. Remove from the oven, and reduce the temperature to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Set the ribs on a plate, and drain excess grease from the baking dish. Spread the sauerkraut evenly in the bottom of the dish. Place the ribs on top with the meat side up. Tuck the potato wedges in amongst the ribs. Cover tightly with heavy aluminum foil.
- Bake for 30 minutes in the preheated oven. Carefully remove the foil to avoid hot steam, and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 977.6 calories, Carbohydrate 43.4 g, Cholesterol 240.5 mg, Fat 60.6 g, Fiber 6.5 g, Protein 62.4 g, SaturatedFat 22.2 g, Sodium 942.8 mg, Sugar 3.8 g
GRANDMA'S PORK AND SAUERKRAUT
Pork braised in the liquid of canned or jarred sauerkraut results in a fork-tender tangy, salty, filling meal.
Provided by Krystal Iaeger
Categories Recipes
Time 45m
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- 1. In a large skillet over medium high heat, add ½ of the olive oil and let oil warm for about a minute. 2. Add half of the pork chops to the pan and season with a pinch of salt and a pinch of black pepper. Sear the chops for 2-3 minutes or until chops are golden brown on the bottom. 3. Turn pork chops over, season with a pinch of salt and a pinch of pepper and continue to cook another 2-3 minutes. 4. Remove pork chops and set aside on a plate. Repeat process with the remaining pork chops using the remainder of the olive oil, salt, and pepper. 5. Remove the second set of pork chops from the pan and place on the plate with the first set of pork chops. 6. Reduce heat to medium low and add can of sauerkraut to the pan; stir sauerkraut to get the fond from the chops off of the bottom of the pan (this will turn your sauerkraut a medium brown color). 7. Place the pork chops on top of the sauerkraut (including any juices collected on the plate from the chops). 8. Pour the water over the pork chops and then cover pan and cook an additional 30 minutes or until pork chops are fork tender.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 278 calories, Carbohydrate 5 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 95 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 15 grams fat, Fiber 3 grams fiber, Protein 30 grams protein, SaturatedFat 4 grams saturated fat, ServingSize 1 pork chop and 1/4 of sauerkraut, Sodium 921 grams sodium, Sugar 2 grams sugar, TransFat 0 grams trans fat, UnsaturatedFat 8 grams unsaturated fat
GRANDMA'S RIBS AND SAUERKRAUT
Categories Beef Super Bowl
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Cut ribs in pieces and place in slow cooker. Cover with water and season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Cook on low until meat comes off the bone, 4 to 6 hours. Remove meat from pot, reserving stock. Take rest of meat off bones, discarding bones, and return meat to slow cooker. Rinse sauerkraut in strainer and squeeze out extra moisture. Add to meat and season to taste. Sprinkle in pearl barley. Add additional water if needed and cook until barley is soft. Enjoy!
SLOW-COOKER COUNTRY-STYLE RIBS AND SAUERKRAUT
It takes just 10 minutes in the morning to fill your slow cooker with the fixings for an old-fashioned, meaty meal.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 8h10m
Yield 5
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In 3 1/2- to 4-quart slow cooker, place ribs, apple and onion. Top with sauerkraut, brown sugar and caraway seed; mix lightly. Pour wine over top.
- Cover; cook on Low heat setting 8 to 10 hours.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 410, Carbohydrate 16 g, Cholesterol 110 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 2 g, Protein 38 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 410 mg, Sugar 12 g, TransFat 0 g
GREAT GRANDMA'S PORK AND SAUERKRAUT
A favorite in my family passed on for generations. It is so simple. I ususally just serve it with mashed potatoes and a salad.
Provided by JDSBOX
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Pork
Time 1h5m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add pork and brown. Add can of sauerkraut with liquids, then add apple. Stir until all are simmering, then lower heat and cover. Let simmer for 1 hour or until pork is cooked through and tender.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 308.9 calories, Carbohydrate 9.6 g, Cholesterol 68 mg, Fat 19.5 g, Fiber 3.8 g, Protein 23.7 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, Sodium 788.3 mg, Sugar 5.4 g
Tips:
- For the best flavor, use a combination of pork ribs, such as baby back ribs and spare ribs.
- To remove the excess fat from the ribs, use a sharp knife to score the meat side of the ribs.
- To make the ribs more tender, braise them in a covered pot with a small amount of liquid, such as water or broth.
- Add vegetables to the pot with the ribs, such as onions, carrots, and celery, to add flavor and nutrition.
- Season the ribs with salt, pepper, and your favorite spices, such as garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika.
- To make the sauerkraut, use a combination of fresh and fermented sauerkraut.
- Rinse the sauerkraut thoroughly before using it to remove any excess salt.
- Add aromatics to the sauerkraut, such as onions, garlic, and caraway seeds, to enhance the flavor.
- Serve the ribs and sauerkraut with your favorite sides, such as mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or a green salad.
Conclusion:
Grandma's Ribs and Sauerkraut is a classic comfort food dish that is easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. With its tender ribs, tangy sauerkraut, and flavorful sauce, this dish is sure to be a hit at your next gathering. So next time you're looking for a delicious and hearty meal, give Grandma's Ribs and Sauerkraut a try. You won't be disappointed!
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