AWESOME SWEET AND SOUR KRAUT!

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This is a good homemade sourkraut that is good served almost anytime, almost anywhere! Look for sweet-sour apples, such as Gala or Braeburn. Enjoy!

Provided by Sharon123

Categories     German

Time 1h5m

Yield 10 cups

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 teaspoon ground dried chile (ancho is good)
1 teaspoon salt
3/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon caraway seed
1/2 teaspoon dry mustard
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon cayenne
1/4 teaspoon ground mace
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
4 cups julenne onions
1 head cabbage, cut into julienne strips 1/4 to 12 inch wide (about 10 to 12 cups)
2 -4 unpeeled apples, cut into thin wedges (2 if large, 4 small)
2 tablespoons minced fresh garlic
2 tablespoons minced fresh ginger
1 cup balsamic vinegar
1 cup dry white wine
1/4 cup firmly packed dark brown sugar

Steps:

  • Combine the seasoning mix ingredients in a small bowl.
  • Heat the oil in a 6 quart pot over high heat just until the oil begins to smoke, about 4 minutes.
  • Add the onions and cook, stirring occasionally, until they start to brown, about 8 minutes.
  • Stir in the cabbage, apples, garlic, and ginger and cook, stirring frequently, for 4 minutes.
  • Add the vinegar and scrape up all the brown bits on the bottom of the pot.
  • Stir in the wine, brown sugar, and the seasoning mix.
  • Cover, reduce the heat to medium, and cook, stirring occasionally, until the cabbage is tender and cooked down very well, about 25 to 30 minutes.
  • Can be served hot or cold, almost anytime, almost anywhere.

MD Monowar hossen
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This recipe is a keeper! I will definitely be making it again and again.


Asif King
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I've been making this recipe for years and it's always a favorite. It's the perfect side dish for any meal.


Mohamedsadham Sadham
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This is a great recipe for beginners. It's easy to follow and the results are delicious.


Shahid Mahmood
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I made this recipe for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it.


Junain Fisher
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This recipe is a bit too sweet for my taste. I would reduce the amount of sugar next time.


Lala McCoy
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I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my kraut turned out mushy. I followed the recipe exactly, so I'm not sure what happened.


Duba Guyo Duba
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This is a great recipe for using up leftover kraut. I added some chopped bacon and it was delicious!


Mpho Dipatane
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I've never been a big fan of kraut, but this recipe changed my mind. The sweetness and sourness of the vinegar and sugar really complemented the tanginess of the kraut.


Laxmi Dhakal
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This sweet and sour kraut was a hit with my family! The flavors were perfectly balanced and the kraut was nice and crunchy. I will definitely be making this again.