Indulge in the hearty and comforting flavors of a classic German dish - Pork Roast with Sauerkraut and Potatoes. This traditional recipe features tender pork shoulder braised in a savory broth with tangy sauerkraut, aromatic juniper berries, and caraway seeds. Roasted potatoes add a delightful crispy touch, while apples provide a hint of sweetness to balance the richness of the pork. Discover the step-by-step guide to preparing this delectable dish and explore variations such as using a slow cooker for effortless cooking or adding vegetables like carrots and celery for a more colorful and nutritious meal.
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1. **Sauerkraut and Sausage:** Delight in a simple yet flavorful combination of sauerkraut, kielbasa, and onions. This recipe is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight dinner or as a side dish to accompany your favorite main course.
2. **German Potato Salad:** Experience the classic German potato salad made with boiled potatoes, bacon, onions, and a tangy dressing. This versatile dish is a staple at picnics, potlucks, and gatherings, offering a refreshing contrast to grilled meats or hearty stews.
3. **Apple Strudel:** Treat yourself to a sweet and flaky dessert with this traditional Austrian apple strudel. Layers of thinly sliced apples, sugar, cinnamon, and raisins are wrapped in a delicate pastry dough and baked to perfection. Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for an unforgettable dessert experience.
Get ready to tantalize your taste buds and immerse yourself in the culinary heritage of Germany with these delightful recipes.
PORK ROAST AND SAUERKRAUT
My family which is mostly German-Irish ate the same meal for New Year's every year of my life. It consisted of pork roast, sauerkraut, kielbasa and mashed potatoes. We ate the pork (pork roast and kielbasa) because pigs are a symbol of progress. Pigs push forward, rooting themselves in the ground before moving, and we need to move into the New Year in the same way. We eat sauerkraut, as it's believed it will bring blessings and wealth for the new year. It also reminds us that with the good comes the bitter as well. We eat potatoes to remind us that even as poor men we still had potatoes to eat.
Provided by Dianna Jacobs-Fresh
Categories World Cuisine Recipes European German
Time 6h40m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Heat bacon drippings in a Dutch oven over medium heat. Cook and stir onion in hot drippings until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir diced apple and caraway seeds with the onion and cook until apple is just tender, about 3 minutes more. Add sauerkraut and stir.
- Stir white wine, chicken stock, and brown sugar together in a bowl; pour over the sauerkraut mixture.
- Put pork roast into the bottom of the crock of your slow cooker. Pour sauerkraut mixture over the pork.
- Cook on Low until the pork easily falls apart when pulled with a fork, 6 to 8 hours; add kielbasa sausage pieces and continue to cook until the sausage is heated through, 15 to 20 minutes more.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 406.4 calories, Carbohydrate 15.9 g, Cholesterol 91.2 mg, Fat 24.9 g, Fiber 4.1 g, Protein 26.6 g, SaturatedFat 8.7 g, Sodium 1341.2 mg, Sugar 9.8 g
PORK AND SAUERKRAUT WITH POTATOES
This is a wintertime favorite in our home. The down-home flavors of pork and sauerkraut are complemented by potatoes and apples. The aroma is irresistible as it cooks.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 5h20m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the sauerkraut, onion, apples, corn syrup, bay leaves, caraway and pepper. Spoon half into a 5-qt. slow cooker; top with potatoes. , Broil pork chops 6 in. from the heat for 3-4 minutes on each side or until browned; place over potatoes. Spoon remaining sauerkraut mixture over pork. , Cover and cook on high for 1 hour. Reduce heat to low; cook 4-5 hours longer or until meat is tender. Discard bay leaves.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 471 calories, Fat 9g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 86mg cholesterol, Sodium 617mg sodium, Carbohydrate 65g carbohydrate (19g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 35g protein.
SLOW COOKER GERMAN-STYLE PORK ROAST WITH SAUERKRAUT AND POTATOES
Pork loin becomes tender and delicious cooked slowly with sauerkraut and caraway seeds. This gets raves from my German father. My Irish husband loves it too!
Provided by Dianemwj
Categories World Cuisine Recipes European German
Time 8h20m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Place the potatoes, garlic, salt, and pepper in a slow cooker; stir to coat. Season the pork roast with salt and pepper; lay atop the potatoes. Pour the sauerkraut over the roast; sprinkle with caraway seeds.
- Cook in slow cooker on Low 8 to 10 hours.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 385.5 calories, Carbohydrate 30.5 g, Cholesterol 82.9 mg, Fat 15.2 g, Fiber 7 g, Protein 31.3 g, SaturatedFat 5.5 g, Sodium 809.8 mg, Sugar 3.7 g
PORK ROAST W/ SAUERKRAUT AND POTATOES
This is a great and easy dinner to prepare. My family always loves this for St. Patrick's Day; but because I'm not feeling well yet. I made this and it was delicious! My neighbor came over to see how I was feeling and she took a little taste. and said it was delicious and the seasoning wasn't overpowering..just right. Hope...
Provided by Pat Duran
Categories Roasts
Time 6h20m
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- 1. In a large zip loc plastic bag, combine the flour,mustard, garlic powder, and sugar. Add roast and shake to coat evenly. In a small kettle or a large skillet brown the roast in the oil on all sides.
- 2. While this is browning; In a medium bowl, combine the sauerkraut,onion,apple,corn syrup, thyme,brown sugar and pepper. Mix well. Spoon 1/2 the mixture into your sprayed 5 quart slow cooker.
- 3. Top with potatoes..when roast has browned on all sides place on top of the potatoes.
- 4. Spoon remaining sauerkraut mixture over pork. Cover and cook on high for 1 hour. Reduce to low- cook 5 hours longer until meat is tender.
- 5. Sprinkle with bacon bits and parsley flakes after placing on platter.
CROCK POT PORK ROAST AND SAUERKRAUT
Throw it in the crock pot on New Year's Eve before you go out, and dinner the next day will be ready; all you have to do is fix the mashed potatoes. Slow, low cooking makes a roast that is very tender. Delicious!! I used to manage a doctor's office, and our Blue Cross rep told me that her family made this every year for New Year's.
Provided by Barb Witherspoon
Categories Pork
Time P1DT5m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Place pork roast in crock pot.
- Pour sauerkraut over pork roast.
- Sprinkle the onion soup mix and brown sugar over the pork and sauerkraut.
- Pour the water over everything.
- Cook on low for 24 hours.
- Serve over mashed potatoes.
SLOW-COOKER PORK ROAST AND SAUERKRAUT DINNER
Sauerkraut, apples and caraway impart great German flavor to slow-cooked pork roast.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 8h15m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In 5- to 6-quart slow cooker, lightly mix sauerkraut, apples, caraway seed and apple juice. With spoon, make indention in center of mixture; place pork roast in center.
- Arrange potato halves around roast on sauerkraut mixture. Spread 1 tablespoon mustard over roast.
- Cover; cook on Low setting 7 to 8 hours.
- In small bowl, mix sauce ingredients. Remove roast from slow cooker; place on serving platter. Cut roast into slices. Arrange potatoes around slices. With slotted spoon, remove sauerkraut mixture from slow cooker; place in serving bowl. Serve roast slices and potatoes with sauerkraut mixture and mustard sauce.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 460, Carbohydrate 34 g, Cholesterol 120 mg, Fat 2 1/2, Fiber 6 g, Protein 46 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, ServingSize 1/6 of Recipe, Sodium 1330 mg, Sugar 12 g, TransFat 0 g
Tips:
- Use a pork roast with a good amount of fat, such as a pork shoulder or butt roast, for the best flavor and texture.
- Sear the pork roast on all sides before braising it to develop a rich, caramelized crust.
- Use a variety of vegetables in your sauerkraut, such as carrots, onions, and celery, for added flavor and nutrition.
- Add some caraway seeds to the sauerkraut for a traditional German flavor.
- Serve the pork roast with mashed potatoes, dumplings, or spaetzle for a complete and satisfying meal.
Conclusion:
Pork roast with sauerkraut and potatoes is a hearty and flavorful dish that is perfect for a cold winter day. The pork roast is braised in a flavorful sauce until it is fall-off-the-bone tender, and the sauerkraut and potatoes are a perfect accompaniment. This dish is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.
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