Sauerkraut

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What is Sauerkraut?

A well-known German condiment, sauerkraut means "sour cabbage". This is a fermented product made from shredded cabbage and seasonings. While we credit this sour side as a German invention it really dates back to China when cabbage was fermented with rice wine.

Sauerkraut is traditionally served with various types of sausages but it pairs well with roasted pork and other meats. Purchase the condiment in jars in most grocery stores or fresh packed (in the produce section) in stores like Whole Foods market.

Substitute for Sauerkraut

Kimchi (spicier) Pickled red cabbage

Equivalents

14-oz can sauerkraut = 1 3/4 cups
32-oz can = 4 cups

metric conversions →

European Condiments

Nutrition Information For Sauerkraut

Serving Size

1 cup

Calories

Calories from Fat

% Daily Value^*

Total Fat 0g

Saturated Fat 0g

Cholesterol 0mg

Sodium 939mg

40%

Potassium

241g

10%

Total Carbohydrate 6g

Dietary Fiber 4g

20%

Sugars 3g

Protein 1g

Vitamin A 0%	•	Vitamin C 0%
Calcium 0%	•	Iron 0%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Favorite Sauerkraut Recipes

Kielbasa & Kraut Hero Sandwich
Browned Kielbasa are topped with a mixture of sauteed onion, sauerkraut, beer, and French's Spicy Brown Mustard.

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