Best 2 Crock Pot Country Ribs Sauerkraut Recipes

Country ribs and sauerkraut are a classic combination that is perfect for a hearty and flavorful meal. The ribs are braised in a flavorful broth until they are fall-off-the-bone tender, while the sauerkraut adds a tangy and sour flavor that balances out the richness of the ribs. This dish is perfect for a cold winter night or a potluck dinner, and it can be easily made in a crock pot, making it a great option for busy weeknights.

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

CROCK POT COUNTRY RIBS & SAUERKRAUT

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Great when company's coming & you have a busy day ahead.All can be done the night before & started in the morning. Great served with buttered boiled red potatoes.

Provided by Katha

Categories Pork

Time 8h20m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

2 -3 lbs country-style pork ribs
24 ounces sauerkraut (rinsed & Draned()
1 large onion, chopped
1/4 cup apple cider (can use apple sauce)
3/4 cup chicken broth
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 -2 teaspoon caraway seed
pepper

Steps:

Brown ribs in a small amount of oil.
Remove from pan.
Add onion & brown sugar to pan,and cook until onion is lightly browned.
Combine onion mixture with sauerkraut in the crock pot.
Add cider,broth,caraway seed & pepper.
Place ribs on top of mixture.
Cover & cook on low 8-10 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 420.9, Fat 28.7, SaturatedFat 9.9, Cholesterol 104.3, Sodium 974.1, Carbohydrate 12.4, Fiber 3.5, Sugar 7.7, Protein 27.7

CROCK POT COUNTRY RIBS WITH APPLES AND SAUERKRAUT

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Make and share this Crock Pot Country Ribs With Apples and Sauerkraut recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Dancer

Categories Pork

Time 9h15m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

3 lbs pork ribs, lean, country style trimmed of any excess fat
1 (16 ounce) can sauerkraut, undrained
1 medium onion, thinly sliced and into rings
1 (8 ounce) can mushroom stems and pieces, drained
1 large apple, cored and cut into (or 2 small apples)
1/4 cup brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon celery seed

Steps:

Brown ribs in slow cooker pot (or skillet) on top of range over medium heat.
Season with salt and pepper.
Transfer cooker pot to base unit or meat from skillet into cooker pot.
Layer sauerkraut, onion, mushrooms, apple wedges and brown sugar over ribs.
Sprinkle with celery seed.
Cover and cook on low for 7 to 9 hours or high for 3 to 4 hours until meat is tender.

Tips:

Choose country-style pork ribs that are meaty and have a good amount of marbling.
If you don't have a crock pot, you can also make this recipe in a Dutch oven over medium-low heat.
Add more or less sauerkraut, depending on your taste.
You can also add other vegetables to this recipe, such as carrots, celery, and onions.
Serve crock pot country ribs with sauerkraut with mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or a side salad.

Conclusion:

Crock pot country ribs and sauerkraut is a hearty and flavorful dish that is perfect for a cold winter night. The ribs are fall-off-the-bone tender and the sauerkraut is tangy and sour. This dish is sure to please everyone at your table.