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Sausage and Sauerkraut with Caraway Seeds
Created by: Howcan Team
Ingredients
- 1 lb of smoked sausage, sliced
- 1 can (16 oz) of sauerkraut, drained and rinsed
- 1 onion, thinly sliced
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp of caraway seeds
- 1/2 cup of chicken broth
- 2 tbsp of olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat 1 tbsp of olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the sliced sausage to the skillet and cook until browned, about 5 minutes. Remove the sausage from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tbsp of olive oil and sauté the sliced onion until softened, about 3 minutes.
- Add the minced garlic and caraway seeds to the skillet and cook for an additional 1 minute, stirring constantly.
- Stir in the drained and rinsed sauerkraut, and pour in the chicken broth. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Return the browned sausage to the skillet and stir to combine all ingredients.
- Cover the skillet and let the mixture simmer over low heat for 45 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Once the sauerkraut is tender and the flavors have melded, remove the skillet from the heat.
- Serve the sausage and sauerkraut hot, and enjoy!
Sausage and sauerkraut with added caraway seeds is a classic dish with a rich history. The combination of savory sausage, tangy sauerkraut, and aromatic caraway seeds has been enjoyed for centuries in Central and Eastern European cuisine. This hearty and flavorful dish has its roots in German, Austrian, and Czech culinary traditions, where it is often enjoyed during Oktoberfest and other festive occasions. Chefs and home cooks alike have perfected the art of slow-cooking the sausages and sauerkraut with a generous sprinkling of caraway seeds to enhance the flavors. Today, the best versions of this dish can be found in traditional German beer gardens and family-owned restaurants throughout the region. The key to getting this dish right lies in using high-quality sausages, tangy fermented sauerkraut, and freshly ground caraway seeds to achieve the perfect balance of flavors. For a unique twist, some chefs also incorporate beer or apple cider into the cooking process to add depth and complexity to the dish. Whether enjoyed with a side of creamy mashed potatoes or nestled in a crusty roll, sausage and sauerkraut with caraway seeds is a comforting and satisfying meal that continues to delight food lovers around the world.
75 min
4
450 calories
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