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Sauerkraut and Pork

Sauerkraut and Pork is an Eastern European standard. Hearty and flavorful, it's a delicious braise that comes together easily in the slow cooker or instant pot.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time35 minutes
Total Time50 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American, Eastern European, Polish
Servings: 4
Calories: 394kcal
Author: Jessica Fisher

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 lb country style pork strips
  • salt
  • black pepper
  • 1 24-ounce can sauerkraut
  • 1 teaspoon dried dill
  • 8 russet potatoes peeled, quartered, and boiled
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Instructions

To prepare in the Instant Pot

  • Heat the oil on saute until shimmering. Season the pork strips with salt and pepper. Brown quickly, until all sides have a nice crust.
  • Pour the sauerkraut and its juices as well as 1 cup water over the pork strips. Sprinkle with dill weed. Secure the cover and lock the pressure valve. Set the machine for 35 minutes on manual. Use 10-minute natural pressure release. Adjust seasonings and serve the cooked meat and sauerkraut over boiled potatoes.

To prepare in the Slow Cooker

  • In a large skillet heat the oil until shimmering. Season the pork strips with salt and pepper. Brown in the skillet quickly, until all sides have a nice crust.
  • Place the browned pork strips in the crock of a slow cooker. Pour the sauerkraut and its juices over the pork strips. Sprinkle with dill weed. Cover and cook on HIGH for 4 hours, or on LOW for 6 to 8 hours, until the meat is very tender.
  • Adjust the seasonings and serve the cooked meat and sauerkraut over boiled potatoes.

Notes

Nutritional values do not account for potatoes.
Serving Suggestions: Serve sauerkraut and pork as you would another cooked protein, with side dishes such as cooked veggies or grains. We love it over boiled potatoes!
To Make Ahead: Store the cooked pork and sauerkraut in a covered dish in the fridge. Reheat prior to serving.
Freeze Extra for Later: I don't recommend freezing this dish.
To Make a Meal Prep: Prepare the pork and sauerkraut and pork according to the recipe and divide the batch into 4 meal prep containers along with your preferred side dishes. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve. Consume within 4 days.
Make a Plan for Leftovers: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. 

Nutrition

Calories: 394kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 52g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 143mg | Sodium: 1236mg | Potassium: 1137mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 45IU | Vitamin C: 25mg | Calcium: 67mg | Iron: 4mg