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German Pork Sauerkraut And Noodles

German Pork Sauerkraut And Noodles: Cozy Comfort Awaits

This German Pork Sauerkraut And Noodles recipe is a delightful blend of tender pork, tangy sauerkraut, and buttery noodles, perfect for cozy family dinners.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 2 hours
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: German
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pork and Braise
  • 2 pounds Pork Loin Roast Pork shoulder can be used for richer flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons High-Heat Oil Avocado oil works well due to high smoke point.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper Freshly ground black pepper recommended.
  • 24 ounces Sauerkraut Drain well to avoid a watery dish.
  • 1 cup Chicken Soup Base Homemade chicken broth makes a fresh alternative.
  • 1 tablespoon Brown Sugar Adjust based on sauerkraut's tanginess.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Finely minced for even distribution.
  • 2 medium Apples Firm varieties like Granny Smith work best.
  • 1 medium Onion Yellow or white is recommended.
For the Noodles & Garnish
  • 12 ounces Egg Noodles Cook just until al dente.
  • 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Can be replaced with olive oil for dairy-free.
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley Finely chopped.

Equipment

  • dutch oven

Method
 

How to Make German Pork Sauerkraut and Noodles
  1. Prepare the Pork: Allow the pork loin roast to sit at room temperature for 15-20 minutes.
  2. Prep Ingredients: Drain the sauerkraut well and prepare the apples, onion, and garlic.
  3. Season and Sear: Season the pork with salt and pepper, then sear in a Dutch oven for about 4 minutes on each side.
  4. Sauté the Aromatics: Remove pork and sauté onion until softened, then add garlic.
  5. Combine Ingredients: Add sauerkraut, apples, brown sugar, chicken soup base, and water to the pot.
  6. Braise the Pork: Return pork to pot, cover, and bake at 325°F for 1.5 hours until fork-tender.
  7. Cook the Noodles: Prepare egg noodles according to package instructions, usually around 8-10 minutes, then toss with butter.
  8. Serve and Enjoy: Let the pork rest, slice, and serve over noodles with sauerkraut and parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 32gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 79mgSodium: 920mgPotassium: 900mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 150IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2.5mg

Notes

Tip: Add a drizzle of olive oil over the noodles for extra flavor.

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