How to Make Pork and Sauerkraut - A Step-by-Step Guide

There are few dishes that capture the essence of comfort food quite like pork and sauerkraut. This hearty and satisfying dish has a rich history and is beloved by many for its unique combination of flavors. The tender, succulent pork pairs perfectly with the tangy and slightly crunchy sauerkraut, making it a classic go-to for any meal.

The origins of pork and sauerkraut can be traced back to Eastern Europe, where sauerkraut was often used as a preservation method for cabbage during th...

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Ingredients

  • 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 medium apple - peeled, cored, and finely chopped

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 3 hrs
  • Additional Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 3 hrs 25 mins
  • Servings: 6

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

    244 cal.

    • Total Fat: 9g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Cholesterol: 80mg
    • Sodium: 972mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 13g
    • Dietary Fiber: 5g
    • Total Sugars: 6g
    • Protein: 28g
    • Vitamin C: 24mg
    • Calcium: 61mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 658mg