Slow Cooker Sauerkraut and Pork: A Hearty One-Pot Comfort Meal
Easy Sauerkraut and Pork Slow Cooker Dinner
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Craving a comforting cold-weather meal? This sauerkraut and pork recipe delivers tangy sauerkraut, tender pork cubes, a hint of beer, mustard, garlic, and apple—slow-cooked to perfection for a hearty, melt-in-your-mouth feast.
Why Choose Sauerkraut and Pork for Your Next Meal?
- Effortless Prep: Simply stir, set your slow cooker, and walk away.
- Rich Flavors: Mustard, dill, and garlic amplify the tang of sauerkraut.
- Family-Friendly: A stick-to-your-ribs dinner everyone will love.
Ingredients You’ll Need
- 1 (32 ounce) jar sauerkraut, undrained
- 2 pounds pork cubes
- 12 ounces beer (lager or ale)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon onion salt
- 1 tablespoon dry mustard
- 1 teaspoon dried dill weed
- 1 apple, halved
Step-by-Step Instructions
- In your slow cooker, combine undrained sauerkraut, pork cubes, beer, minced garlic, onion salt, dry mustard, and dried dill.
- Press half an apple into the mixture to help keep ingredients submerged.
- Cover and cook on low heat for 6 hours, or until the pork is fork-tender.
- Gently stir before serving. Garnish with fresh dill or apple slices if desired.
Pro Tips for the Ultimate Sauerkraut and Pork Experience
- Use a light beer for a milder taste or a darker ale for deeper flavor.
- Swap pork cubes for pork shoulder for an even more succulent texture.
- Feel free to add potatoes or carrots for a one-pot dinner.
Nutritional Information (per serving)
- Calories: 139 kcal
- Carbs: 12 g
- Protein: 13 g
- Fat: 4 g (Saturated Fat: 1 g)
- Fiber: 5 g
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 1,567 mg
- Cholesterol: 32 mg
If you’re on the hunt for a no-fuss, flavorful sauerkraut and pork dinner that warms you up from the inside out, look no further—this recipe is your new go-to!
Recipe courtesy of AllRecipes
Easy Pork and Sauerkraut
Ingredients
Method
- In your slow cooker, combine undrained sauerkraut, pork cubes, beer, minced garlic, onion salt, dry mustard, and dried dill.
- Press half an apple into the mixture to help keep ingredients submerged.
- Cover and cook on low heat for 6 hours, or until the pork is fork-tender.
- Gently stir before serving. Garnish with fresh dill or apple slices if desired.
