Sauerkraut Moontan Style In A Crock Pot Recipe

A taste of Sandusky, Ohio! This recipe captures the authentic German-American sauerkraut flavors found in the mom-and-pop restaurants of my childhood. Slow-cooked to perfection in your crock pot, this tangy sauerkraut is unbelievably versatile. Use it as a delicious base for western-style ribs, brats, chicken, or any other meat, or enjoy it simply with mashed potatoes. Get ready for a flavor explosion that'll transport you straight to the heart of Ohio!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 370 mins
Calories 285.3 kcal
Protein 3g
Rating 5.0 (2 Reviews)
Sauerkraut Moontan Style In A Crock Pot

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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Sauerkraut Moontan Style In A Crock Pot

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How to Make Sauerkraut Moontan Style In A Crock Pot

  1. Turn your crockpot on low heat.
  2. Open the bag of sauerkraut and drain the liquid completely. Do not rinse the sauerkraut.
  3. Add 1 large (26 ounce) bag of sauerkraut to the crockpot.
  4. Add 1 cup of chicken broth.
  5. Add 1/2 cup of apple cider vinegar.
  6. Add 1/4 cup packed brown sugar.
  7. Add 2 tablespoons caraway seeds.
  8. Add 1 tablespoon of salt.
  9. Add 1 teaspoon black pepper.
  10. Add 1 large onion, chopped.
  11. Stir gently to combine all ingredients.
  12. Cook on low for 6-8 hours, or until the sauerkraut is tender and the flavors have melded.
  13. Serve hot! Enjoy as a side dish with brats, smoked sausage, ribs, chicken, or mashed potatoes. It's delicious on its own, too!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

48 g

Sugar

262g

Fat

0g

Carbs

24g