Best 4 Slow Cooker Goetta Recipes

Goetta, a savory sausage-like dish made from pork, beef, and oats, is a Cincinnati specialty. It is typically served for breakfast, often with eggs and potatoes. The exact origins of goetta are unknown, but it is thought to have been brought to Cincinnati by German immigrants in the 19th century. Today, goetta is still a popular dish in Cincinnati and can be found on the menus of many local restaurants.

This article provides three different recipes for making goetta in a slow cooker. The first recipe is a traditional goetta recipe that uses pork, beef, oats, and spices. The second recipe is a vegetarian goetta recipe that uses tofu instead of meat. The third recipe is a gluten-free goetta recipe that uses oat flour instead of regular oats.

All three recipes are easy to follow and can be made in a slow cooker, making them a great option for a busy weeknight meal. Whether you are looking for a traditional goetta recipe, a vegetarian goetta recipe, or a gluten-free goetta recipe, you are sure to find a recipe in this article that you will enjoy.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

SLOW-COOKER GOETTA

Slow-Cooker Goetta image

My husband's grandfather, a German, introduced goetta to me when we first got married. I found a slow-cooker recipe and changed some of the ingredients to make this the best goetta around. Now, many people request the recipe. It makes a lot of sausage, but it freezes well. -Sharon Geers, Wilmington, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Breakfast

Time 4h45m

Yield 2 loaves (16 slices each).

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

6 cups water
2-1/2 cups steel-cut oats
6 bay leaves
3 tablespoons beef bouillon granules
3/4 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon each garlic powder, rubbed sage and pepper
1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
2 pounds bulk pork sausage
2 medium onions, chopped

Steps:

In a 5-qt. slow cooker, combine water, oats and seasonings. Cook, covered, on high 2 hours. Remove bay leaves., In a large skillet, cook sausage and onions over medium heat until meat is no longer pink, 8-10 minutes, breaking up sausage into crumbles. Drain, reserving 2 tablespoons drippings. Stir sausage mixture and reserved drippings into oats. Cook, covered, on low 2 hours., Transfer mixture to 2 waxed paper-lined 9x5-in. loaf pans. Refrigerate, covered, overnight., To serve, slice each loaf into 16 slices. In a large skillet, cook goetta, in batches, over medium heat until lightly browned and heated through, 3-4 minutes on each side. Freeze option: After shaping the goetta in loaf pans, cool and freeze, covered, until firm. Transfer goetta to freezer containers or wrap securely in foil; return to freezer. Partially thaw in refrigerator overnight; slice and cook as directed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 121 calories, Fat 7g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 15mg cholesterol, Sodium 450mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

THE SARGE'S GOETTA - GERMAN BREAKFAST TREAT

The Sarge's Goetta - German Breakfast Treat image

This is of German origin, and I have never seen it anywhere except in the Greater Cincinnati Metro area. I typically make this once a year when winter is coming. To serve, slice into thin slices and fry like bacon.

Provided by Sarge

Categories Breakfast and Brunch Meat and Seafood Beef

Time 6h30m

Yield 20

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

3 quarts water
2 tablespoons salt
2 teaspoons ground black pepper
5 cups steel cut oats
2 pounds ground beef
2 pounds ground pork sausage
2 large onions, finely chopped
¼ cup cooking oil

Steps:

Bring water, salt, and pepper to boil in a slow cooker set to High. Stir in steel cut oats, cover, and cook 90 minutes.
In a large bowl, mix beef, pork, and onions. Stir into the oat mixture, and reduce heat to Low. Cover, and continue cooking 3 hours, stirring occasionally.
Transfer the mixture to a medium baking pan, and cool until semi-solid. Turn out onto wax paper, and chill 1 hour in the refrigerator, or until firm.
Heat oil in a large, heavy skillet over medium high heat. Cut the refrigerated mixture into thin slices. Cook slices one at a time in the heated oil until evenly brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 510.7 calories, Carbohydrate 29 g, Cholesterol 69.5 mg, Fat 35.6 g, Fiber 4.3 g, Protein 18 g, SaturatedFat 12.4 g, Sodium 1036.3 mg, Sugar 1.6 g

CROCK POT GOETTA

Crock Pot Goetta image

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

Provided by Diana Adcock

Categories Pork

Time 5h5m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

5 cups water
2 1/2 cups pinhead oats or 2 1/2 cups steel cut oats
3 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 lb ground beef
1 lb ground pork or 1 lb pork sausage
1 1/2 cups finely chopped onions
1/2 teaspoon sage
1/4 teaspoon thyme
4 bay leaves
1/2 cup cornmeal (to thicken)

Steps:

Place water, oats, salt and pepper into the crock pot and mix well.
Cover and cook on high for 1 hour, stirring 2 or 3 times.
Add meats and break up well.
Add onion, sage, thyme and bay.
cook for 4 hours on low, stirring now and again.
Uncover and add cornmeal-stir well.
Cook uncovered for 30 minutes.
Turn out into 3 loaf pans, cool and chill in fridge.
When set turn out and freeze what you want.
Slice and fry in a little butter or oil until brown and crusty, but dont let them touch in the pan or they will run.

DORSEL'S GOETTA VARIATION NO. 2 (CROCK POT)

Dorsel's Goetta Variation No. 2 (Crock Pot) image

Goetta is something like "Scrapple" that's not so greasy. It may be a German dish but in the U.S., it is very popular around Cincinnati, Ohio. Most folks I know eat it as an all-in-one breakfast dish with either syrup, gravy, or melted butter on it. The Dottie Dorsel Pinhead Oatmeal Company sort of set the standard for the recipe and this is a slightly modifide entry of their "alternative version" (non-onion version) of Goetta.

Provided by Bone Man

Categories One Dish Meal

Time 5h10m

Yield 2 loaves

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

1 lb ground beef
1 lb ground pork
8 cups water (see directions)
2 1/2 cups pinhead oats (steel-cut oatmeal)
2 teaspoons dried savory
2 teaspoons salt
1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 tablespoon bacon fat (for later frying)

Steps:

Blend the ground meat. Set aside.
In a crock pot, combine water, salt and pepper. Cook on high (covered) for 20 minutes then stir in oatmeal. Cover and cook on high for 90 more minutes.
Add meat and savory seasoning at the end of the 90 minutes -- blend well. Cover and cook on low for 3 more hours.
At the end of the 3 hours, if the goetta is not thick enough, cook it a little longer, stirring often.
Pour into bread pans, cover with cling wrap, and place in refrigerator. It will keep for days.
When you're ready to eat it, slice the loaf of goetta and put it into a skillet with the bacon fat. Fry over medium heat until it is well browned, turning once.
Serve.
NOTE: A good friend of mine who makes this all the time use 16 cups of water for this recipe, which is double the recommendation, so don't be afraid to use more than 8 cups if it seems to need it before the cooking time is up. Also, good sausage can be substituted for the ground pork, if you wish.

Tips:

Use fresh, high-quality ingredients for the best flavor.
Brown the goetta in a skillet before adding it to the slow cooker to enhance its flavor and texture.
Add a variety of vegetables to the slow cooker for a more nutritious and flavorful dish.
Use a low-sodium broth or water to avoid making the dish too salty.
Cook the goetta on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, or until it is cooked through.
Serve the goetta with your favorite sides, such as eggs, toast, or hash browns.

Conclusion:

This slow-cooker goetta recipe is an easy and delicious way to enjoy this classic Cincinnati dish. With just a few simple ingredients and a little time, you can have a hearty and flavorful breakfast, lunch, or dinner. So next time you're looking for a comforting and satisfying meal, give this recipe a try.