Crockpot Pork and Sauerkraut
Crockpot Pork and Sauerkraut is a heartwarming dish that combines tender pork shoulder with tangy sauerkraut, creating a symphony of flavors that will warm your soul. As it slowly simmers in the crockpot, the aroma fills your home, inviting everyone to gather around the table for a comforting meal. Perfect for chilly evenings or family gatherings, this recipe is easy to prepare and delivers restaurant-quality results straight from your kitchen.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 hours
- Total Time: 8 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 pounds pork shoulder
- 24 ounces sauerkraut, rinsed and drained
- 1 medium yellow onion, thinly sliced
- 2 teaspoons caraway seeds
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
Instructions
- Trim excess fat from the pork shoulder and cut it into large chunks.
- Place half of the sauerkraut at the bottom of the crockpot.
- Sprinkle caraway seeds and black pepper over the sauerkraut.
- Layer pork chunks on top of the sauerkraut.
- Add remaining sauerkraut over the pork, followed by onion slices and minced garlic.
- Pour in chicken broth until it covers half of the meat.
- Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or high for 4 hours until tender.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: For extra flavor, sear the pork before adding it to the crockpot. Customize with sliced apples or swap out sauerkraut for spicy kimchi. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to four days or freeze for up to three months.