How to Make Sauerkraut a la France - A Step-by-Step Guide

Sauerkraut, a traditional dish hailing from Germany, has become a staple in many European countries, including France. While the French version of sauerkraut may differ slightly from its German counterpart, it has its own unique and delicious flavor.

French sauerkraut, or choucroute, is a dish that typically consists of fermented cabbage, cooked with a variety of meats such as sausages, ham, and pork. This hearty and comforting dish is often enjoyed during the colder months and is per...

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Ingredients

  • ¼ cup margarine
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 1 red bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 clove garlic, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon ground paprika
  • 1 teaspoon caraway seed
  • 1 teaspoon dried marjoram
  • ½ pound pork tenderloin, cut into thin strips
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
  • ½ cube beef bouillon, crumbled
  • 1 (16 ounce) jar sauerkraut

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins
  • Total Time: 45 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Heat the margarine in a skillet over medium heat, and saute the onion, red bell pepper, and garlic until tender. Season with paprika, caraway seed, and marjoram. Place pork strips into the skillet, and cook 5 minutes, until lightly browned. Stir in water and tomato paste, and sprinkle in the bouillon. Continue cooking 10 minutes.
  • Mix sauerkraut into the skillet, and continue cooking 10 minutes, until pork is done and sauerkraut is heated through.
  • Nutrition

    250 cal.

    • Total Fat: 15g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Cholesterol: 32mg
    • Sodium: 1350mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 18g
    • Dietary Fiber: 6g
    • Total Sugars: 10g
    • Protein: 14g
    • Vitamin C: 67mg
    • Calcium: 73mg
    • Iron: 4mg
    • Potassium: 910mg