Best 7 Sauerkraut Ham Balls Recipes

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Indulge in a delightful culinary journey with our comprehensive guide to Sauerkraut Ham Balls, a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Discover the art of crafting these savory spheres, blending the tangy zest of sauerkraut with the smoky richness of ham. Our collection of recipes caters to diverse preferences, offering both traditional and innovative variations. From the classic Sauerkraut Ham Balls, brimming with a medley of spices, to the intriguing Sweet and Sour Sauerkraut Ham Balls, featuring a harmonious balance of tangy and sweet notes, our recipes promise an explosion of flavors in every bite.
For those seeking a gluten-free option, our Gluten-Free Sauerkraut Ham Balls provide a delightful alternative, while the Air Fryer Sauerkraut Ham Balls offer a healthier cooking method, resulting in crispy yet tender meatballs. And for a touch of culinary flair, our Sauerkraut Ham Balls with Gravy elevate the dish with a velvety, flavorful sauce. Embark on this culinary adventure and explore the diverse world of Sauerkraut Ham Balls, a testament to the versatility and deliciousness of this classic dish.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

SCRUMPTIOUS SAUERKRAUT BALLS



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The perfect party finger food. These are the most scrumptious sauerkraut balls you will ever taste!

Provided by Marie Velez-Kirk

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Meat and Poultry     Pork

Time 2h20m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 pound pork sausage
¼ cup finely chopped onion
1 (14 ounce) can sauerkraut, well drained and finely chopped
½ teaspoon prepared yellow mustard
¼ teaspoon garlic salt
⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper
2 tablespoons Italian seasoned dry bread crumbs
4 ounces cream cheese, softened
2 tablespoons dried parsley flakes
¼ cup all-purpose flour
1 egg, beaten
¼ cup milk
¾ cup Italian seasoned dry bread crumbs
6 cups vegetable oil for deep-frying

Steps:

  • In a large skillet over medium high heat, fry pork sausage and onion until sausage is evenly brown and onion is soft, about 10 minutes. Drain and allow to cool slightly.
  • Crumble sausage mixture into a large bowl and add drained sauerkraut, mustard, garlic salt, pepper and 2 tablespoons bread crumbs. Combine cream cheese and parsley, and mix into sauerkraut mixture. Refrigerate for 1 hour.
  • Heat oil in deep-fryer to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Shape sauerkraut mixture into 3/4 inch balls. Coat balls with flour. In a small bowl, whisk together egg and milk. Dip floured balls in egg mixture and then roll in remaining bread crumbs.
  • Deep fry in batches for 2 to 3 minutes or until golden brown. Drain on paper towels and serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 286.5 calories, Carbohydrate 10.7 g, Cholesterol 48.1 mg, Fat 23.5 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 8.4 g, SaturatedFat 6.6 g, Sodium 785.4 mg, Sugar 1.5 g

SAUERKRAUT BALLS



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This recipe makes about 75 tangy and delicious fried sauerkraut balls.

Provided by NC State Trooper

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Meat and Poultry     Pork

Time 4h

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 14

3 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 onion, finely chopped
1 cup finely chopped cooked ham
1 cup finely chopped corned beef
½ clove garlic, crushed
6 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 cups sauerkraut, drained and minced
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
½ cup beef broth
1 egg
2 cups milk
2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
4 cups fine dry bread crumbs
1 quart oil for frying

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, melt butter over medium-low heat. Add onion and cook until softened. Stir in ham, corned beef and garlic. Cook mixture, stirring constantly for 1 minute. Stir in 6 tablespoons flour and cook mixture over moderate heat, stirring occasionally, for 3 minutes.
  • Stir in sauerkraut, parsley, and broth; cook for 3 minutes or until thickened and paste-like. Spread mixture on a platter and chill for at least 3 hours.
  • Heat oil in deep-fryer to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). In a bowl, whisk together the egg, milk and 2 1/2 cups flour. Shape the sauerkraut mixture by level teaspoons in to balls, dip them into the egg mixture and roll them in the bread crumbs.
  • Fry balls in batches for 2 to 3 minutes or until golden brown. Transfer to paper towels to drain. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 222.5 calories, Carbohydrate 26.4 g, Cholesterol 24.2 mg, Fat 9.4 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 7.6 g, SaturatedFat 2.8 g, Sodium 412.2 mg, Sugar 2.5 g

MARY BETH'S SAUERKRAUT BALLS



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Provided by Emeril Lagasse

Categories     appetizer

Time 1h50m

Yield about 4 dozen

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 pound Idaho potatoes, peeled, diced and cooked until tender
2 cups sauerkraut
1 cup small diced Bavarian ham
2 egg yolks
3/4 cup whole grain mustard
2 tablespoons chopped green onions
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 egg, beaten with 2 tablespoons milk
3 cups fine dried bread crumbs
Oil, for frying
1 1/2 cups sour cream
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh parsley leaves

Steps:

  • Using a food ricer, rice the potatoes into a large mixing bowl. Add the sauerkraut, ham, egg yolks, 1/4 cup of mustard and chopped green onions. Mix well. Season with salt and pepper. Form the mixture into small balls, about a tablespoon each. Place on a parchment lined baking sheet. Place in the freezer and freeze for 30 minutes.
  • Preheat the fryer. Season the flour, egg wash, and bread crumbs, with salt and pepper. Roll each sauerkraut ball in the flour, coating completely. Dip each in the egg wash, letting the excess drip off. Finally roll each in the bread crumbs. Fry the sauerkraut balls in batches until golden brown, about 2 to 3 minutes. Remove from the fryer and drain on paper towels. Season with salt.
  • In small mixing bowl, combine the remaining 1/2 cup of the mustard and sour cream. Season with salt and pepper. Mix well. Serve the sauerkraut balls on a large platter with the mustard dipping sauce. Garnish with parsley.

SAUERKRAUT HAM BALLS



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Cooking is something I've always enjoyed...particularly when I'm doing it for people who enjoy eating! This dish is such a family favorite that I'll buy a ham sometimes just so I can make. I'm a city bus driver who likes to swap recipes with passengers. My husband and I have two sons, 20 and 18.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 50m

Yield 5 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 pound ground fully cooked ham
1 jar (16 ounces) sauerkraut, drained and chopped
1/4 cup finely chopped onion
2 tablespoons plus 3/4 cup dry bread crumbs, divided
3 ounces cream cheese, softened
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
1 tablespoon prepared mustard
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1/4 to 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
2 large eggs
1/4 cup whole milk
Oil for deep-fat frying

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the ham, sauerkraut, onion and 2 tablespoons bread crumbs. In another bowl, combine the cream cheese, parsley, mustard, garlic powder and pepper; stir into sauerkraut mixture. Chill for 1 hour or overnight. , Shape into 3/4-in. balls; coat with flour. In a small bowl, beat eggs and milk. Dip ham balls into the egg mixture, then roll in the remaining bread crumbs. , In a deep-fat fryer or electric skillet, heat oil to 375°. Fry ham balls until golden brown; drain on paper towels.

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MOM'S SAUERKRAUT BALLS



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I got this recipe from my mom a long time ago, and they're one of my favorites. I use my food processor to chop the ham, corned beef and sauerkraut. The prep time includes allowing the balls to cool in the refrigerator for an hour, but doesn't allow for letting the mixture cool before rolling into balls. My recipe doesn't include how many sauerkraut balls this makes, so I'm going to guess. The number will vary depending on how big you make the sauerkraut balls.

Provided by Jennifer

Categories     Weeknight

Time 1h35m

Yield 20-30 sauerkraut balls

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 medium onion, minced
2 tablespoons butter
1 cup very finely chopped deli ham
1 cup very finely chopped deli corned beef
1/4 teaspoon garlic salt
1 tablespoon prepared mustard
3 teaspoons minced dried parsley
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
2 cups sauerkraut, well drained and finely chopped
2/3 cup flour, divided
1/2 cup beef stock
2 eggs, well beaten
1/2 cup fine dry breadcrumb
vegetable oil (for frying)

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, saute onion in butter until tender.
  • Add ham and corned beef; cook, stirring often, for five minutes.
  • Add garlic salt, prepared mustard, black pepper, sauerkraut, 1/2 cup flour, and beef stock to skillet.
  • Mix well.
  • Cook for 10 minutes, stirring often.
  • Spread sauerkraut mixture on a platter and allow to cool.
  • When mixture is cool enough to touch, shape into 1- inch size balls.
  • Refrigerate sauerkraut balls for 1 hour.
  • Roll balls in remaining flour, dip into beaten eggs, then roll in bread crumbs.
  • Fry in hot oil in a deep fryer until golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 54, Fat 2.1, SaturatedFat 1, Cholesterol 25.8, Sodium 193.7, Carbohydrate 6.5, Fiber 0.7, Sugar 0.7, Protein 2.2

SAUERKRAUT BALLS



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This is a wonderful appetizer that my mother used to make. Even if you are not a lover of sauerkraut you will enjoy these tasty appetizers

Provided by lorelei1959

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 1h45m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

8 ounces sausage, crumbled or 8 ounces beer, n' brat sausage
1/4 cup finely chopped onion
1 (14 ounce) can sauerkraut (squeeze dry and snip fine)
2 tablespoons breadcrumbs
1 (3 ounce) package cream cheese (can use low fat kind)
2 teaspoons parsley
1 teaspoon prepared mustard
garlic salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 cup flour
2 beaten eggs
1/4 cup milk
1 cup breadcrumbs

Steps:

  • Cook sausage and onion until meat is brown.
  • Drain.
  • Add sauerkraut and 2 T bread crumbs to the mixture.
  • Combine cream cheese,parsley, mustard, garlic salt and pepper.
  • Add to sauerkraut mixture.
  • Chill one hour.
  • Form into small balls and coat with flour.
  • Dip in egg-milk mixture and roll in bread crumbs.
  • Fry in deep fat until brown (can be frozen at this point) -- OR -- bake in a 375 degree oven for 15-20 minutes SERVE HOT.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 325.5, Fat 19.1, SaturatedFat 7.5, Cholesterol 101, Sodium 1055, Carbohydrate 26.2, Fiber 3.4, Sugar 3.5, Protein 12.1

SAUERKRAUT BALLS BAKED



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I wanted to find a different way of making the balls so I gave it a try in the oven.You do not need to use all the crumbs, if you have some left over,give them to the birds. For those of you whom would rather bake than deep fry, give these a try.

Provided by Timothy H.

Categories     Pork

Time 30m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 (24 ounce) package sauerkraut
2 -3 tablespoons hot sauce
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese
1/2 cup onion
2 lbs sausage
4 tablespoons breadcrumbs
3/4 cup breadcrumbs
4 tablespoons parsley
2 tablespoons prepared mustard
garlic clove
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup flour
egg
3/4 cup milk

Steps:

  • Cook sausage in a skillet,drain and remove. Brown onion and garlic until lightly golden.Set aside and let cool.
  • In a separate bowl, mix sauerkraut and cream cheese at room tempture. Then add the parsley,mustard and pepper mixing well.After cooling add the sausage,onion and garlic to the kraut mixture.Let the mixture set over night,the longer the better.
  • In a shallow bowl beat eggs and milk together.In a bowl next to the milk and egg bath.
  • Mix the bread crumbs and flour together in a food processor or blender to get them very fine.
  • Roll the kraut mixture into 1 inch balls. Dredge in the egg and milk bath, then roll in the bread crumbs.
  • Bake at 425°F for 15-20 minutes uncovered or until lightly browned. Bake Uncovered.This will make 50 large and 100 small balls.

Tips:

  • Choose a good quality sauerkraut. Look for sauerkraut that is fermented naturally and has a tangy, slightly sour flavor. Avoid sauerkraut that is made with vinegar, as it will have a harsher flavor.
  • Rinse the sauerkraut before using it. This will help to remove any excess salt or acidity.
  • Squeeze the sauerkraut well to remove as much liquid as possible. This will help to prevent the ham balls from becoming too soggy.
  • Use a variety of meats in the ham balls. This will add flavor and texture to the dish. Good options include ground pork, ground beef, and ground turkey.
  • Add some spices and herbs to the ham balls. This will help to enhance the flavor of the dish. Good options include garlic, onion, paprika, and thyme.
  • Cook the ham balls thoroughly. This will help to ensure that they are safe to eat.
  • Serve the ham balls with your favorite sides. Some good options include mashed potatoes, green beans, and gravy.

Conclusion:

Sauerkraut ham balls are a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. They are also a great way to use up leftover ham. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a dish that your family and friends will love.

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