Bavarian Sauerkraut

Why Make This Recipe

Bavarian Sauerkraut is a classic German side dish that’s warm, flavorful, and easy to make. It brings a mix of sweet, tangy, and slightly smoky flavors that go great with sausages, pork chops, or even mashed potatoes. If you love comfort food that’s simple but tasty, this recipe is for you.

You don’t need many fancy ingredients or skills to cook this dish. Everything simmers in one pan, and the steps are easy to follow. It’s a great recipe for busy days or when you want to try something new without too much effort.

This sauerkraut is also a good way to use canned or bagged sauerkraut in a fresh and delicious way. With just a few simple additions like onion, bacon, and apple, the flavor becomes rich and homemade. It’s the kind of dish that brings warmth to the table.

How to Make Bavarian Sauerkraut

Ingredients:

• 1 tablespoon bacon fat
• 1 onion, diced
• 1 (16 ounce) package sauerkraut, drained
• 1 tablespoon brown sugar
• 1 apple, diced
• 1/2 teaspoon caraway seed
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1/2 cup chicken broth

Directions:

1. Heat the bacon fat in a pan over medium heat.
2. Add the diced onion and cook until soft.
3. Stir in the sauerkraut, brown sugar, diced apple, and caraway seed.
4. Add salt and pepper to taste.
5. Pour in the chicken broth and mix everything well.
6. Reduce heat to low and let it simmer uncovered for about 30 to 45 minutes, stirring occasionally.
7. Serve warm.