Best 9 Country Pork N Sauerkraut Recipes

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Country pork n sauerkraut is a hearty, flavorful dish that is perfect for a cold winter night. This classic comfort food is made with tender pork, tangy sauerkraut, and a variety of flavorful spices. Country pork n sauerkraut is a relatively easy dish to make, and it can be prepared in a variety of ways. Whether you choose to braise the pork and sauerkraut in the oven or simmer them in a Dutch oven on the stovetop, you are sure to end up with a delicious and satisfying meal.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

COUNTRY PORK RIBS AND SAUERKRAUT



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My mom made this when I was a kid growing up. I remember smelling this, waiting was so hard. I changed it a little so my kids love it now as much as I did. The pineapple with the sauerkraut really makes it different and very tasty.

Provided by HelenG

Categories     Pork

Time 3h30m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 lbs boneless pork ribs
1 cup flour
2 tablespoons oil (you may need more)
2 (14 ounce) cans sauerkraut
1 (20 ounce) can crushed pineapple
1 medium onion
4 garlic cloves
1 tablespoon caraway seed
2 bay leaves
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Trim as much fat as possible off pork.
  • Put flour zip lock bag add pork & shake well to coat.
  • Heat 2 tbsp oil in stock pot.
  • Add pork; brown on both sides. Remove pork from pot (may need to do this in 2 batches, adding more oil if needed).
  • Slice onions then cut in half once mince garlic and saute with onion until translucent (again you may need to add more oil).
  • Add undrained sauerkraut, undrained pineapple, bay leaves, and caraway seeds.
  • Return pork.
  • Mix gently but well.
  • Cover and simmer slowly for 3 hours.
  • If the liquid evaporates to quickly turn down heat and add some water. It should stay slightly watery.
  • Gently remove pork and place on serving tray. Then remove sauerkraut and place next to pork.
  • Salt and pepper (you don't need much salt).
  • Serve with boiled potatoes.

OLD-COUNTRY SAUERKRAUT 'N' RIBS



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This simple one-pan dish is a complete meal and takes little time to prepare . Whenever I served this to my family I felt they were getting a hearty meal. It became a favorite. -Helen Wentz North Fort Myers, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 1h40m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 medium baking potatoes, cut into 1-1/2-inch chunks
1 can (8 ounces) sauerkraut, rinsed and well drained
1 pound pork baby back ribs
1/4 cup ketchup
1/4 cup molasses
3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce

Steps:

  • Layer the potato, sauerkraut and ribs in a greased 11x7-in. baking dish. Combine the ketchup, molasses and Worcestershire sauce; pour over the ribs. , Cover and bake at 350° for 1-1/4 hours. Uncover; bake 15 minutes longer or until meat is tender. Remove ribs and cut into two-rib portions before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 647 calories, Fat 31g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 122mg cholesterol, Sodium 1482mg sodium, Carbohydrate 65g carbohydrate (30g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 29g protein.

PORK AND SAUERKRAUT



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Eating sauerkraut on New Year's is an old Pennsylvania Dutch tradition, said to bring good luck. The traditional meal consists of pork and sauerkraut served together, with sauerkraut representing luck and the pig representing rooting into the New Year. It's a feel-good and flavorsome ritual and it may be just what you need to start the New Year. Serve with mashed potatoes or dumplings.

Provided by Auntie M

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Pork

Time 3h25m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (3 pound) pork roast
salt and ground black pepper to taste
2 (14.5 ounce) cans sauerkraut, or to taste
3 cups water, or more as needed
1 onion, chopped
1 apple - peeled, cored, and finely chopped

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • Place pork roast in a large roasting pan. Season with salt and black pepper. Mix sauerkraut, water, onion, and apple together in a large bowl. Pour sauerkraut mixture over roast.
  • Bake roast in the preheated oven until heated through, about 1 hour. Reduce oven temperature to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C). Continue to cook roast until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the center reads at least 145 degrees F (63 degrees C), adding water if sauerkraut mixture looks dry, about 2 hours more.
  • Remove roast from oven and allow to rest in a warm area before slicing, about 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 243.8 calories, Carbohydrate 12.5 g, Cholesterol 79.6 mg, Fat 9 g, Fiber 4.8 g, Protein 28 g, SaturatedFat 2.9 g, Sodium 971.5 mg, Sugar 6.2 g

COUNTRY STYLE PORK SPARE RIBS AND SAUERKRAUT



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Country Style Pork Spare Ribs and Sauerkraut recipe creates extremely tender caramelized pork nestled into tangy sauerkraut.

Provided by Heather

Categories     Dinner

Time 3h10m

Number Of Ingredients 4

2- 2 1/2 lbs country style spare ribs
2 tbsp oil
16 oz sauerkraut *see tips above
black pepper *optional

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 300℉
  • Place large frying pan or indoor grill over med/high- high heat. Add oil and bring pan up to a full heat. (see tips above for testing heat of pan). Sprinkle ribs with black pepper and place fattiest aside down onto pan. Sear all sides until golden brown.
  • Place seared meat into dutch oven and top with sauerkraut. Cover dutch oven with lid and bake for 3-3 1/2 hours.
  • (Note: video above was a doubled recipe)

Nutrition Facts : Calories 474 kcal, Carbohydrate 3 g, Protein 43 g, Fat 31 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, Cholesterol 164 mg, Sodium 639 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 1 g, ServingSize 1 serving

COUNTRY PORK 'N' SAUERKRAUT



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My mother and grandmother once ran a beanery for a train crew, which inspired a lot of my cooking. I adapted this recipe from one of theirs. The secret ingredient is the applesauce. When everything is cooked up, you wouldn't guess that it's in there, but the taste's just a bit sweeter. -Donna Hellendrung, Mineapolis, Minnesota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h45m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 pounds bone-in country-style pork ribs
1 medium onion, chopped
1 tablespoon canola oil
1 can (14 ounces) sauerkraut, undrained
1 cup unsweetened applesauce
2 tablespoons brown sugar
2 teaspoons caraway seeds
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, cook ribs and onion in oil until ribs are browned and onion is tender. Remove from the heat. Combine remaining ingredients and pour over ribs. , Cover and bake at 350° until ribs are tender, 1-1/2 to 2 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 477 calories, Fat 24g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 130mg cholesterol, Sodium 757mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (15g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 41g protein.

GERMAN PORK N SAUERKRAUT



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I love the sweetness of the applesauce and the kraut. My grandma was German. You can easily increase the recipe by adding more ingredients. I add baby red potatoes while cooking. Slow cook to roast

Provided by Sandy One

Categories     Pork

Time 2h20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 lbs country-style pork ribs
1 medium onion, chopped
1 tablespoon cooking oil
1 (14 ounce) can German-style sweet sauerkraut
1 cup applesauce
2 tablespoons brown sugar
2 teaspoons caraway seeds, more to taste
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a dutch oven, cook ribs and onion till ribs are browned and onion is tender.
  • Remove from heat.
  • Combine remaining ingredients and pour over ribs.
  • Cover and bake in oven 350 deg for 1 1/2-2hrs or until ribs tender, or place in Nesco or crock pot and cook on low 8 hours.

GREAT GRANDMA'S PORK AND SAUERKRAUT



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A favorite in my family passed on for generations. It is so simple. I ususally just serve it with mashed potatoes and a salad.

Provided by JDSBOX

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Pork

Time 1h5m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 pound boneless pork loin, cubed
1 (16 ounce) can sauerkraut with juice
1 apple, cored and chopped with peel

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add pork and brown. Add can of sauerkraut with liquids, then add apple. Stir until all are simmering, then lower heat and cover. Let simmer for 1 hour or until pork is cooked through and tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 308.9 calories, Carbohydrate 9.6 g, Cholesterol 68 mg, Fat 19.5 g, Fiber 3.8 g, Protein 23.7 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, Sodium 788.3 mg, Sugar 5.4 g

COUNTRY PORK 'N' SAUERKRAUT



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Number Of Ingredients 9

2 pounds country-style pork ribs
1 medium onion, chopped
1 tablespoon cooking oil
1 (14-ounce) can sauerkraut, undrained
1 cup applesauce
2 tablespoons brown sugar
2 teaspoons caraway seed
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, cook ribs and onion in oil until ribs are browned and onion is tender. Remove from the heat. Combine remaining ingredients and pour over ribs. Cover and bake at 350° for 1-1/2 to 2 hours or until ribs are tender.© Copyright Reiman Publications, 1993-1997

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COUNTRY PORK 'N' SAUERKRAUT



Country Pork 'n' Sauerkraut image

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 pounds country-style pork ribs
1 medium onion, chopped
1 tablespoon cooking oil
1 (14-ounce) can sauerkraut, undrained
1 cup applesauce
2 tablespoons brown sugar
2 teaspoons caraway seed
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, cook ribs and onion in oil until ribs are browned and onion is tender. Remove from the heat. Combine remaining ingredients and pour over ribs. Cover and bake at 350° for 1-1/2 to 2 hours or until ribs are tender.© Copyright Reiman Publications, 1993-1997

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Tips:

  • Use a heavy pot or Dutch oven with a tight-fitting lid. This will help to keep the moisture in and prevent the sauerkraut from burning.
  • Rinse the sauerkraut thoroughly before using. This will help to remove any excess salt and sourness.
  • If you don't have any caraway seeds, you can use a teaspoon of fennel seeds or cumin seeds.
  • Serve the pork and sauerkraut with mashed potatoes, dumplings, or spätzle.

Conclusion:

Pork and sauerkraut is a classic German dish that is simple to make and always a crowd-pleaser. The combination of the tender pork and the tangy sauerkraut is irresistible. This dish is perfect for a cold winter night or any time you're looking for a hearty and flavorful meal.

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