And All Because He Does Not Like Sauerkraut 1 Recipe

Tired of sauerkraut battles? This recipe transforms traditional Dutch sauerkraut into a sweet and spicy dish the whole family will love! Inspired by a Dutch-English culinary fusion, this recipe features tender ham rolls nestled in a flavorful sauerkraut base, enhanced with pineapple, bell pepper, and a hint of curry. Customize the spice level with optional sambal oelek. Perfect for a comforting weeknight meal or a unique dinner party dish.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 65 mins
Calories 384.9 kcal
Protein 12g
Rating 5.0 (2 Reviews)
And All Because He Does Not Like Sauerkraut 1

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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

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Ingredients for And All Because He Does Not Like Sauerkraut 1

  • 1 (16-ounce) jar sauerkraut
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 (20-ounce) can pineapple chunks, drained
  • 1 tablespoon curry powder
  • Sambal Oelek
  • Red Bell Peppers
  • Ham
  • Emmenthaler Cheese
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • 3 tablespoons butter

How to Make And All Because He Does Not Like Sauerkraut 1

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Drain 1 (16-ounce) jar of sauerkraut, reserving the liquid. Replace the sauerkraut liquid with 1 cup of pineapple juice from a can.
  3. Gently simmer the sauerkraut and pineapple juice in a saucepan over medium heat for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  4. In a separate pan, melt 2 tablespoons of butter. Sauté 1 medium onion and 2 cloves garlic until softened. Stir in 1 tablespoon curry powder and 1-2 teaspoons sambal oelek (optional). Cook for 1-2 minutes.
  5. Drain any excess liquid from the simmered sauerkraut (if any). Combine the sauerkraut mixture with the onion mixture, 1 cup of drained pineapple chunks, and 1 medium bell pepper (chopped).
  6. Spread 4 ounces of cream cheese on thin slices of 8 ounces of deli ham. Place a spoonful of the sauerkraut mixture onto each ham slice and roll up tightly.
  7. Grease a baking dish (approximately 8x8 inches) with 1 tablespoon of butter. Place any remaining sauerkraut mixture in the bottom of the dish. Sprinkle 1/2 cup of shredded cheese over the sauerkraut.
  8. Arrange the ham rolls on top of the sauerkraut and cheese.
  9. Combine the remaining 1/2 cup shredded cheese with 1/2 cup breadcrumbs. Sprinkle this mixture over the ham rolls. Dot with a few small pieces of butter.
  10. Bake for 30-40 minutes, or until the ham rolls are heated through and the topping is golden brown. Serve immediately with mashed potatoes.

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Elevate your dish with simple flavor boosters! A final flourish of freshly chopped herbs can add incredible brightness, while a squeeze of lemon or lime juice right before serving can awaken all the flavors. Don't underestimate a sprinkle of quality finishing salt or a drizzle of good olive oil to make your creation shine.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

69 g

Sugar

168g

Fat

37g

Carbs

22g