How to Make Sauerkraut Russian-Style - A Step-by-Step Guide

Are you a fan of sauerkraut? If you are, then you're in for a real treat with this Sauerkraut Russian-Style recipe. This traditional Russian dish is full of flavor and is the perfect way to enjoy the health benefits of fermented foods. Whether you're new to sauerkraut or a seasoned enthusiast, you'll appreciate the robust and tangy taste of this homemade version.

Sauerkraut Russian-Style is a staple in Russian cuisine, and for good reason. It's not only delicious, but it's also incred...

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Ingredients

  • 2 pounds shredded cabbage
  • 2 carrots, grated
  • 2 tablespoons kosher salt
  • 1 (1 liter) bottle spring water
  • 3 tablespoons white sugar

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Additional Time: 5 days
  • Total Time: 5 days 20 mins
  • Servings: 16
  • Yield: 1 gallon

  • Mix cabbage and carrots in a large ceramic or glass jar at least 1 gallon in volume.
  • Stir salt into spring water in a large bowl until dissolved; pour over cabbage mixture which should be completely submerged. Use an inverted small saucer to keep pressure on cabbage to keep it submerged in the liquid.
  • Cover container with a clean kitchen towel. Poking holes through the cabbage mixture to the bottom of the container with the handle of a wooden spoon to help gas escape once a day, keep on counter at room temperature for 3 days.
  • Pour a small amount of the liquid from the container into a small bowl; stir sugar into the liquid until dissolved. Return the liquid to the container.
  • Cover container, again assuring the vegetables are submerged in liquid. Keep on counter for 2 days more, again poking holes into the mixture to help trapped gasses escape daily.
  • Transfer vegetables and liquid to jars, seal, and refrigerate between uses.
  • Nutrition

    27 cal.

    • Total Fat: 0g
    • Sodium: 738mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 7g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 5g
    • Protein: 1g
    • Vitamin C: 21mg
    • Calcium: 28mg
    • Iron: 0mg
    • Potassium: 126mg