Description
Sausage with sauerkraut and potatoes is a delightful dish that combines savory flavors and hearty ingredients, featuring smoky sausages, tangy sauerkraut, and tender potatoes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 smoky sausage links (kielbasa or bratwurst)
- 2 cups sauerkraut (drained and rinsed)
- 500 grams baby potatoes (halved)
- 1 medium onion (sliced)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon caraway seeds
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
- Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare all ingredients: wash and halve the baby potatoes, slice the onion, and mince the garlic. Drain and rinse the sauerkraut if too salty.
- In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat and cook the sausage links for 5-7 minutes until browned. Remove and set aside.
- Add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil to the skillet, sauté the sliced onions for 3-4 minutes, then add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Add the sauerkraut to the skillet and stir gently to warm it up.
- Add the halved baby potatoes, sprinkle with salt, pepper, and caraway seeds, and cook for 10-12 minutes until golden brown and tender.
- Return the browned sausages to the skillet, drizzle with apple cider vinegar, stir gently, cover, and let simmer on low heat for 5-10 minutes.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley, and enjoy with crusty bread or mustard.
Notes
- Choose high-quality sausages for better taste.
- Consider adding a splash of beer while simmering for deeper flavors.
- Experiment with different herbs and spices for added flavor.
- Vegetarian alternatives include veggie sausages or mushrooms.
- Mix different types of potatoes for a unique flavor experience.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: German, Eastern European
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Sausage, Sauerkraut, Potatoes, Comfort Food, German Cuisine