Best 5 Grandmas Sauerkraut Balls Recipes

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Grandmas sauerkraut balls are a delicious and classic comfort food that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. Made with simple ingredients like sauerkraut, ground beef, and rice, these savory balls are a great way to use up leftover sauerkraut and make a hearty and filling meal. Whether you're cooking them up for a family gathering or just as a weeknight dinner, grandmas sauerkraut balls are sure to be a hit.

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

PORCUPINE MEATBALLS IN SAUERKRAUT



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Provided by Damaris Phillips

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 teaspoon plus 1 tablespoon unrefined coconut oil
1 small yellow onion, chopped (about 1/2 cup)
1 pound ground beef (85/15)
1 clove garlic, minced
1 large egg
1/4 cup uncooked instant rice
2 tablespoons breadcrumbs
Kosher salt and coarsely ground black pepper
Kosher salt and coarsely ground black pepper
One 15-ounce can tomato sauce
1 cup drained sauerkraut
1 tablespoon dried Italian seasoning

Steps:

  • Heat 1 teaspoon coconut oil in a Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the onions and saute until tender, 2 to 3 minutes. Remove from the heat.
  • In a large bowl, combine the beef, onions, garlic, egg, rice, breadcrumbs, 1 teaspoon salt and 1 teaspoon pepper and stir until well combined. Scoop the meatballs using a 2-tablespoon or 1-ounce scoop and put on a plate or baking sheet until ready to sear. You should have about 20 meatballs.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon coconut oil in the Dutch oven over medium heat and working in batches, brown the meatballs, about 2 minutes on each side. Remove from the pot and drain the fat.
  • Return the Dutch oven to medium heat, add the tomato sauce and scrape up the browned bits from the bottom of the pot. Stir in the sauerkraut, Italian seasoning and salt and pepper, to taste. Put the meatballs into the sauce in one layer. Turn the heat to medium low, cover and simmer until meatballs are no longer pink on the inside and the rice is tender, 20 to 25 minutes.

GRANDMA'S SAUERKRAUT BALLS



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This is a family recipe that's been made for family gatherings since I was a kid. They're delicious, and usually go in the first five minutes of a party, causing dinner to be delayed because everyone is full. The great thing is that they can be made ahead of time and frozen, then reheated as needed.

Provided by Daniel Holloway

Time 2h

Yield 50

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 (16 ounce) packages bulk pork sausage
½ cup finely chopped onion
2 (16 ounce) cans sauerkraut - drained, rinsed, and finely chopped
8 ounces cream cheese, softened
4 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
2 teaspoons mustard
½ teaspoon garlic powder
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 cup all-purpose flour, or as needed
¼ cup milk
2 large eggs
4 tablespoons dry bread crumbs
1 quart vegetable oil for frying, or as needed

Steps:

  • Heat a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Cook and sausage and onion in the hot skillet until sausage is browned and crumbly, 8 to 10 minutes. Drain and discard grease.
  • Transfer to a large bowl and add sauerkraut, cream cheese, parsley, mustard, garlic powder, and pepper. Mix until well combined. Cover and place in the refrigerator to chill for about 1 hour.
  • Place flour in a shallow dish. Whisk milk and eggs together in a separate dish. Place bread crumbs in a third dish.
  • Remove sauerkraut and sausage mixture from the refrigerator and roll into 3/4 inch balls. Roll balls in flour, then in milk-egg mixture, then in bread crumbs.
  • Heat oil in a deep-fryer or large saucepan to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Deep fry in batches until golden brown, about 3 minutes per batch. Drain on paper towels.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 119.9 calories, Carbohydrate 3.7 g, Cholesterol 28.1 mg, Fat 9.5 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 4.9 g, SaturatedFat 3.3 g, Sodium 385 mg, Sugar 0.5 g

MOM'S SAUERKRAUT BALLS



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I got this recipe from my mom a long time ago, and they're one of my favorites. I use my food processor to chop the ham, corned beef and sauerkraut. The prep time includes allowing the balls to cool in the refrigerator for an hour, but doesn't allow for letting the mixture cool before rolling into balls. My recipe doesn't include how many sauerkraut balls this makes, so I'm going to guess. The number will vary depending on how big you make the sauerkraut balls.

Provided by Jennifer

Categories     Weeknight

Time 1h35m

Yield 20-30 sauerkraut balls

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 medium onion, minced
2 tablespoons butter
1 cup very finely chopped deli ham
1 cup very finely chopped deli corned beef
1/4 teaspoon garlic salt
1 tablespoon prepared mustard
3 teaspoons minced dried parsley
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
2 cups sauerkraut, well drained and finely chopped
2/3 cup flour, divided
1/2 cup beef stock
2 eggs, well beaten
1/2 cup fine dry breadcrumb
vegetable oil (for frying)

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, saute onion in butter until tender.
  • Add ham and corned beef; cook, stirring often, for five minutes.
  • Add garlic salt, prepared mustard, black pepper, sauerkraut, 1/2 cup flour, and beef stock to skillet.
  • Mix well.
  • Cook for 10 minutes, stirring often.
  • Spread sauerkraut mixture on a platter and allow to cool.
  • When mixture is cool enough to touch, shape into 1- inch size balls.
  • Refrigerate sauerkraut balls for 1 hour.
  • Roll balls in remaining flour, dip into beaten eggs, then roll in bread crumbs.
  • Fry in hot oil in a deep fryer until golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 54, Fat 2.1, SaturatedFat 1, Cholesterol 25.8, Sodium 193.7, Carbohydrate 6.5, Fiber 0.7, Sugar 0.7, Protein 2.2

SAUERKRAUT BALLS



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ANOTHER ONE OF GRANDMAS AND VERY YUMMY. TASTE VERY GOOD AND WE LIKE THEM DURING THE HOLIDAYS OR ANYTIME.

Provided by D.L. Riddle

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 50m

Yield 12-15 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 jar sauerkraut
1 lb bob evans hot sausage
1 lb ground chuck
3/4 cup chopped onion
3 tablespoons parsley
1 tablespoon italian seasoning
1 tablespoon mustard
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
salt and pepper
1/2 cup sugar
1 cup progresso Italian breadcrumbs
3 eggs
1 cup milk

Steps:

  • DRAIN SAUERKRAUT AND CHOP.
  • MIX WITH PORK, BEEF, ONION, PARSLEY, SEASONING, SUGAR, SALT AND PEPPER.
  • FRY TILL MEAT IS BROWNED.
  • REMOVE FROM HEAT AND STIR IN BREAD CRUMBS ADD 2 EGGS AND MIX WELL.
  • LET COOL.
  • FORM INTO BALLS BEAT 1 EGG AND MILK TOGETHER.
  • DIP INTO MILK MIXTURE THEN CRUMB MIXTURE AND FRY TILL GOLDEN BROWN.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 399.8, Fat 25.9, SaturatedFat 8.9, Cholesterol 135, Sodium 757.4, Carbohydrate 17.9, Fiber 0.7, Sugar 9.8, Protein 22.5

GRANDMA PAT'S SAUERKRAUT HOTDISH



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Dish of my childhood, with the family's homemade sauerkraut. Definitely my favorite. Also yummy to melt cheese on top of it.

Provided by Sadie Anne

Categories     100+ Pasta and Noodle Recipes     Noodle Recipes

Time 1h10m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pound ground beef
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
¼ teaspoon onion salt
1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of chicken soup
1 cup sauerkraut, drained
1 ¼ cups egg noodles
½ cup water

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef, salt, pepper, and onion salt. Cook and stir until beef is browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes.
  • Combine beef mixture with cream of chicken soup and sauerkraut in a small casserole dish. Add noodles and water; stir to combine.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until noodles are tender yet firm to the bite and casserole is heated through, about 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 346.1 calories, Carbohydrate 15.6 g, Cholesterol 84.2 mg, Fat 21.4 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 21.9 g, SaturatedFat 7.8 g, Sodium 1188.4 mg, Sugar 1.2 g

Tips:

  • Choose the right sauerkraut. Fresh sauerkraut is best, but canned sauerkraut can also be used. If using canned sauerkraut, rinse it well before using.
  • Squeeze out the excess moisture from the sauerkraut. This will help the sauerkraut balls hold their shape.
  • Use a variety of meats in the sauerkraut balls. Ground beef, pork, and sausage are all popular choices.
  • Season the sauerkraut balls well. Salt, pepper, garlic, and onion are all good choices.
  • Cook the sauerkraut balls until they are golden brown. This will help them stay crispy.
  • Serve the sauerkraut balls with your favorite dipping sauce. Mustard, ketchup, and sour cream are all popular choices.

Conclusion:

Sauerkraut balls are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or snack. They are perfect for parties or potlucks. With a variety of meats and seasonings to choose from, there are endless possibilities for creating sauerkraut balls that everyone will enjoy. So next time you are looking for a new recipe to try, give sauerkraut balls a try. You won't be disappointed!

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