Kielbasa and Sauerkraut Recipe
Sweet, savory, tart, tangy.....all the best flavors in this easy one pot Kielbasa and Sauerkraut! Ready in just 30 minutes, this is a go-to for busy weeknights.
Servings: 8
Cost: $10
Equipment
- skillet
Ingredients
- 2 lb beef or pork kielbasa cut into 3 inch pieces and scored with a knife
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 large Vidalia onion sliced 1/4 inch thick
- 3 granny smith apples peeled and sliced
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon caraway seeds
- 1 lb sauerkraut drained and rinsed
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1/2 cup apple cider
- 1/2 cup beef stock or chicken stock
Instructions
- Heat a large, deep skillet over medium high heat.
- Add the kielbasa to the skillet and sear on all sides until heated through.
- Transfer the kielbasa to a platter and keep warm.
- Add the olive oil to the pan and stir in the onion.
- Cook the onion until slightly softened and caramelized.
- Stir in the apples and cook until softened.
- Add the garlic, thyme and caraway seeds to the pan cooking for 1 minute.
- Stir in the sauerkraut and brown sugar tossing everything to combine.
- Add the kielbasa back to the pan. Stir in the apple cider and beef stock.
- Continue cooking until most of the liquid is absorbed.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
Kielbasa and Sauerkraut is an excellent make ahead dinner. Store leftovers in an airtight container, refrigerated, for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
Calories: 461kcal | Carbohydrates: 21g | Protein: 17g | Fat: 35g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 17g | Cholesterol: 79mg | Sodium: 1403mg | Potassium: 539mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 13g | Vitamin A: 51IU | Vitamin C: 15mg | Calcium: 51mg | Iron: 3mg