German Sauerkraut Recipe with Bacon

This is how most Germans actually eat sauerkraut: by braising it and topping it with bacon. This will make it less sour and a great side for your favorite sausages, pork knuckle, or other meat dishes.
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[@RoseCottageColleen]

What a great recipe! I love to chop & saute bacon with shredded cabbage. Such a simple meal. This elevates that dish to an even tastier level. I can't wait to try it! Thank you so much for your channel.

[@OurGabledHome]

Thank you so much, Colleen! I think bacon and cabbage are made for one another ... 💛 ~ Anja

[@koti63]

Good

[@christinevansant3041]

My mouth is watering and childhood memories coming to my mind I was 6 when we joined our Dad in Germany off base in a brown stone. My after school sitter owned a tavern and made such great German food !

[@arzt_glucke_dr_chickend]

as a asian-australian who just lives (cooks) like a german, first i ate sauerkraut on cheap offbrand pringles, then i decided to cook it, and now me and my family eat fried sauerkraut almost every meal. looking at this has revealed to me that fried sauerkraut is not just something that i created. thank you for saving me much humiliation from me explaining my “brand new recipe” that in reality is a traditional recipe. danke schön.

[@OurGabledHome]

Haha, so glad you like this recipe ~ Anja

[@curban616]

My grandparents came from Germany but they both passed away before I met them. I love seeing recipes from Germany..it brings my heritage to me in food, I love sauerkraut..I have never has it like this though. Can’t wait to try it!

[@OurGabledHome]

Nice! It's great to connect to your roots through food. Happy cooking 🥘 ~ Anja

[@SarahsOctoberHome]

Love your top.💙🤍 The apple in the recipe sounds so crisp and good.😋👏🏻

[@OurGabledHome]

Aww ... thank you! I am always looking for occasions to wear it 😊. And I am so glad you enjoyed the recipe ~ Anja

[@Vercippu]

I just made this. I am Hungarian and my husband is English and we both absolutely loved it!!!! We had it with steamed buns, rather than potatoes. Will definitely make it again.

[@OurGabledHome]

Wonderful! So glad you loved them :)

[@Kat.Creates.and.Feeds.Raccoons]

Made this yesterday with brats and potatoes. So yummy. Tonight we made Reuben sandwiches with the leftover sauerkraut and German style potato salad with the leftover potatoes. I will definitely add your sauerkraut recipe to my meal rotation! Thank you for sharing!

[@OurGabledHome]

Yay, Kathy! I am so glad to hear that. Happy cooking 😊 ~ Anja

[@christineteller366]

I am German and Polish thank you for your recipe 😊

[@slawomirzgrabczynski1937]

I'm from West Poland and I remembered like my parents preparing similar way Sauerkraut. Pretty similar but with out Canadian maple syrup. I think my father optionally put little bit sugar to make this dishes slightly "sweet " However I like this recipe 😋 Reminds me my childhood.

[@OurGabledHome]

Nice! I am so glad this is bringing back sweet memories 😊 ~ Anja

[@jwm4ever]

Thank you for this great recipe. ❤ My German uncle would make this with the bacon and onions, salt and pepper. We Love it! Now I'm excited to try adding in your extra ingredients and I'm sure it's going to be delicious too!

[@patriciaredick9849]

Looks delicious, I am sure your kitchen smells fantastic too! Thank you Anja.

[@OurGabledHome]

Thank you, Patricia!! Yes, the smell in my kitchen (and home) reminds me of Germany 😌 ~ Anja

[@Kat.Creates.and.Feeds.Raccoons]

I love this dish. Even though my family is not German, I grew up with this dish. It has been awhile since I have made this and I will be using your recipe for certain. Thank you!

[@OurGabledHome]

Yay! I am so glad to hear that! Happy cooking 🥘 ~ Anja

[@biachiking7043]

Danke! I loved the video. I'm going to make this soon 🙌🏾

[@OurGabledHome]

Hope you like it!

[@lynnharris6877]

As a child, my daughter was having dinner with neighbors. She told her friend's mother that she forgot to put the flavor in the kraut that was served plain.

[@grandmak.]

LOL

[@OurGabledHome]

That's too funny! Thank you for sharing 😊 ~ Anja

[@TheFunctionalForce]

😅😂😂😂

[@JaniceT-Poet]

I truly appreciate your recipe, and I plan to cook this soon. My parent's fermented their own sauerkraut in stone crocks. It was very, very sour. We had to eat some every year on New Year's Day and I detested it. One year they put the filled crocks in the attic to ferment, and fateful one day it exploded, leaving the attic ceiling strewn with hanging strands of sauerkraut! I was delighted, but they still managed to salvage enough for us to eat. 😵‍💫

[@OurGabledHome]

Oh, no! I know what you mean about sauerkraut being too sour. This recipe will make it much less sour, though, and I hope you'll give it a try ~ Anja

[@sarahmcalpine2058]

Love this one. Thank you for sharing it with us! 🥰

[@OurGabledHome]

I am so glad you enjoyed it 💛 ~ Anja

[@br4653]

Looks delicious! Will try! Thank you!

[@OurGabledHome]

Thank you and happy cooking 🥘 ~ Anja

[@shervin6711]

I had no idea you could cook with dried juniper berries. Hubby would LOVE THIS DISH. I make a side dish with sauteed onions, apples, cinnamon, nutmeg, little brown sugar. Its nice with pork, in the fall.

[@OurGabledHome]

Thank you, Sher! This is definitely a hubby-type-of-dish 😬

[@shervin6711]

@@OurGabledHome lol❤️

[@OurGabledHome]

@@shervin6711 😂

[@dezbell6109]

That looks delish. I’ll definitely 💯 try that out 🙏🏽🙏🏽

[@MrBearbait75]

I will have to try the onions, apple and spices next time I have kraut. Thank you for the idea!!

[@OurGabledHome]

You are welcome and happy cooking 🥘 ~ Anja

[@TheFunctionalForce]

Servus Anja! We just came back from Heildeberg hungry. But I planned your Sauerkraut before we left so I have the ingredients (and delicious Bratwursts) ready in the fridge to cook! Schönes Wochenende!

[@OurGabledHome]

Oh, wie schön! Wir waren letzten Sommer in Heidelberg (wo sich meine Eltern 1967 verlobt haben). Have fun cooking 🥘 😊💛!

[@TheFunctionalForce]

@@OurGabledHome Really? What an almost coincidence! Such a beautiful town! (BTW, your SK recipe is an absolute winner!)

[@grandmak.]

Lecker, Anja, and flavoured with the typical German maple syrup 😉. Seriously, I'll try that next time because I love it.I love your videos !

[@OurGabledHome]

I am so glad that you like this recipe! Happy cooking 🥘 ~ Anja

[@bakokat6982]

Delicious! I make this type of meal often,I think my hubby taught me to make a plainer version. His grandfather was from Germany, so I guess it was passed down to my FIL. But theirs was lacking apples and spices. I am going to try your version, it look yummy.

[@OurGabledHome]

Yes, there are so many different variations of this recipe. Hope you'll like this one 😊 ~ Anja

[@josephcroft4268]

having worked in Germany for a number of years that looks delicious ,

[@johnsheetz6639]

A lot of people dislike it and I noticed the ones that tried it it that serve straight out of the can throw about a half onion in there bacon or butter your golden.

[@lillybellep8956]

must have German somewhere on my grandmother's side because she always made kraut like this but without the juniper berries. I use them quite often so I will try this. Thank you.

[@OurGabledHome]

Sounds like she knew what was good 😊 ~ Anja

[@ottomatic3123]

I attended an Oktoberfest fundraiser years ago for a local Chamber of Commerce. One one of the members had his mom cater the event. Afterwards they were selling off the leftovers. A bought a few big bags of the sauerkraut that was prepared somewhat like this, but juicier. I don't know what was in it, but it was very good. Once it ran out I was bummed. I tracked the guy down and told him how much I enjoyed it and would appreciate the recipe, but he did not share it. I have been bummed about it for the last 15 years. I'm going to try this one. It looks good. Thanks for sharing.

[@OurGabledHome]

You are so welcome! Hope you enjoy it!

[@kathynix6552]

Perhaps you could have offered to purchase more from her

[@johnwhitaker8488]

Great Recipe. Thanks for sharing! Tip: my Oma would take about 1/4 of the Juniper berries and crush them in between two spoons. That way you use less Juniper Berries and still get the same result.

[@OurGabledHome]

Sounds great and thank you for sharing ~ Anja

[@TheFunctionalForce]

I’ve had a blast this Xmas eating Wurst mit Sauerkraut at each Christkindmarkt I went. We even have one of the oldest “public kitchens” in Regensburg which serves delicious Bratwurst mit Sauerkraut und Süße Senf. Awwww! Time to make it at home!

[@OurGabledHome]

Sounds great! I have never been to Regensburg but it sounds like it's worth a visit 👍😊 ~ Anja

[@TheFunctionalForce]

@@OurGabledHome oh Anja just come and let me know!!! I’m serious 💕💕

[@OurGabledHome]

If I make it to that area, I WILL take you up in your invitation 💛💛💛

[@ArtemisGamingChannel]

Looks good, I'll have to try it sometime.

[@zZMorpheusZz]

You had me at the bacon 🥓 Babic she used to make it with fatback. Looks delicious

[@OurGabledHome]

Oh yes!

[@antonboludo8886]

Nice comfort food for a cold day.

[@OurGabledHome]

It sure is!

[@tracys.5143]

Made this last night and it was very nice! Thanks for sharing, Anja!

[@OurGabledHome]

Yay! So glad to hear that 😊 ~ Anja

[@davidmclaughlin2796]

This is a super quality video, thank you. Im a kraut fanatic, ill try your way soon. David

[@OurGabledHome]

Thank you! Hope you enjoy it!

[@kriswycoff979]

Thank you! the older I get, the more I want the kraut. Last time I just cubed and fried some fat back and kraut.

[@OurGabledHome]

That sounds delish!

[@McClungMichaell]

Jetzt hab ich Hunger ,sietz lecker aus , gerne werde ich die Rezepte ausprobieren !

[@OurGabledHome]

Prima! Guten Appetit!

[@katescaringcorner6765]

I’m hungry now. Thank you, Anya! You’re good always looks appetizing! ❤️

[@OurGabledHome]

Thank you, Kate! I am so glad you like this sauerkraut recipe 😊 ~ Anja

Nice recipe, yum!!! 😋

[@OurGabledHome]

So glad you like it and thank you 💛 ~ Anja

[@neldanewlyn2518]

Thank you so much - I will definitely give your recipe a try. :)

[@OurGabledHome]

Nice! Happy cooking 😊 ~ Anja

[@Susan.I]

This recipe looks wonderful!

[@OurGabledHome]

Thank you so much 😊 ~ Anja

[@larrysiders1]

I'm pretty sure that "back before refrigeration" this sauerkraut was fermented to preserve it. This recipe was delicious...but wouldn't last more than a week or two in a mason jar. They ate sauerkraut all winter long...it was about the only Vitamin C consumed until Spring. I was hoping to see how this COOKED SAUERKRAUT was fermented.

[@OurGabledHome]

Typically sauerkraut was traditionally fermented and then cooked. Here's a video you might enjoy: kzbin.info/www/bejne/in62pJZ9gdmCntk

[@sb9442]

Loved the recipe and going to try it now but one thing missing is the quantities… as in how much kraut was in that jar? And how much broth in that cup .. I will guess at amounts but I’m sure it will affect finished dish … hope I guess right 🤷‍♀️I will subscribe & follow you bcuz I want to learn more German recipes from you 🙏… I am of polish decent so LOVE these flavors…. Again thank you for sharing

[@OurGabledHome]

So glad you liked it! Here's the full recipe to guide you: ourgabledhome.com/authentic-german-sauerkraut-recipe/ 😊 ~ Anja

[@notasbignow1]

I wonder can you help me Mien Oma made this amazing ribbon Pasta with cubed pieces of Kassler through the pasta but I don’t know what was the sauce I’ve tried it with just whipped up eggs mixed through but it didn’t work I only wish I paid more attention when Oma was making it thank you for any help kind regards from Andrew 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 and wishing you and your family a very merry Christmas and all the very best for The New Year 2024

[@OurGabledHome]

While that sounds delicious I am not sure what it could have been. Maybe Maultaschen?

[@rominamarkosyan8358]

Danke schön! 😋 Schmeckt gut 👍🏻

[@OurGabledHome]

Oh, das freut mich riesig 😊 ~ Anja

[@fabianlovestofly]

I love how you explained the process step by step, cant wait to try it myself 😋What other ingredients can you pair with it?

[@OurGabledHome]

Yay! I am so glad you enjoyed this video! Do you mean what other ingredients to put into the sauerkraut or what to eat it with?

[@ono147]

ausgezeichnet! Oh I want to try this

[@OurGabledHome]

Have fun cooking 🥘 ~ Anja

[@henriomoeje8741]

I think imma try this recipe. Maybe with bell peppers and chicken.

[@OurGabledHome]

Hope you enjoy!

[@djjoeykmusic]

Wonderful Thank you

[@OurGabledHome]

Welcome 😊

[@genesislujan8173]

Ich koche das und war es sehr lecker :3

[@patshifflett4205]

Trying this tonight

[@OurGabledHome]

Enjoy 😊 ~ Anja

[@user-et8nl9sw2u]

Nice.

[@Serverclosed]

Haven't tried it, haven't tasted it, but goddamm looks appetising. Will make it someday!

[@josephwilfongsr469]

love it thanks so much

[@OurGabledHome]

Yay!

[@manuelperez5155]

My grandmother in-law used to make a dish with egg noodles bacon and sourcraut and some other hole Seasonings. Was very delicious. Not sure what it was called😢?????

[@OurGabledHome]

Was it Spätzle maybe?

[@manuelperez5155]

Not sure. Please make a video of it than I will know.thanks

[@Sueweet1]

Thank you for the recipe 🤗. Will the flavor change a lot if I don’t use the Juniper berries?

[@OurGabledHome]

Not a lot but it's also personal preference ~ Anja

[@nighthawk_predator1877]

If i don't have an apple could I use applesauce instead? Thank you.

[@OurGabledHome]

That would be perfect!

[@williammuddiman8796]

Yummy 😋

[@house9850]

I like this recipe but i have found putting everything with the sauerkraut makes everything taste the same. I have been brasing my bratwurst in the sauerkraut with beer. Then grilling onions separately..then topping the bratwurst with the sauerkraut, onions and apples really has better complexity in flavors.

[@OurGabledHome]

Great tip. Thanks for sharing!

[@chrisforbes4502]

Does it matter what kind of apple?

[@OurGabledHome]

No!

[@chrisforbes4502]

@@OurGabledHome thank you - I made it and it turned out great! 😊 👍

[@timmarkowicz779]

Maple syrup? No way!

[@JasonBlack66]

You weer just like my mother. she was so tight with the good ingredients. be more generous (like my dad) with the Good stuff! LOL

[@Peluchinii]

I love it on 🌭 🤤🤤🤤🤤🤤

[@constanzebonelli8530]

Mmmm, lecker!! Die Bluse ist süß 🥰 Woher hast du die? Oder ist sie etwa selbst genäht?? Grüße aus SoCal 🖖

[@OurGabledHome]

Danke Dir, Constanze!! Diese Bluse hatte ich gekauft (wahrscheinlich bei irgendeinem US Trachtenversand), überlege aber tatsächlich mir die ein oder andere selber zu nähen 🥰 ~ Anja

[@constanzebonelli8530]

@@OurGabledHome Falls du dir eine Bluse selber nähen solltest, gleich ein Video davon machen und mit uns teilen! Danke 🙏😊

[@OurGabledHome]

@@constanzebonelli8530 ok, werde ich machen 👍

[@moniquebourassa1864]

Where is the recipe

[@OurGabledHome]

It's in the description box but I'll post it here, too: ourgabledhome.com/authentic-german-sauerkraut-recipe/ Happy cooking ~ Anja

[@wes-q]

Put a lid on and cook 45 minutes or 4-5 minutes?

[@OurGabledHome]

Good question: 45 mins 😊 ~ Anja

[@UncleHoCM]

👍

[@mariaboyd7380]

That looks like cabbage salad or coleslaw.

[@jerrilynernsting903]

My husbamd loked his aumts german sauerkraut this i lost mmylarry2yrs

[@thegoldrobber]

No sour cream? :)

[@OurGabledHome]

You can absolutely add sour cream if you like 😊 ~ Anja

[@Annihilatrix]

i dont know where u got ur information about the receipe from but germans don´t drown their sauerkraut in maple sirup

[@OurGabledHome]

Feel free to omit it or use sugar 😊 ~ Anja

[@peronotec.7445]

Delicioso, y que linda está tú camisa blanca con azul cielo 💙

[@kathyzayatz434]

Curious. You don’t rinse the sauerkraut?

[@OurGabledHome]

I just drained it but you can certainly rinse it as well 😊 ~ Anja

[@waynedrummond6583]

So you're not actually making sauerkraut...You're buying a jar of it and doing a variation of flavour.

[@OurGabledHome]

Thank you for your comment. I do have a separate video on how to make sauerkraut here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/in62pJZ9gdmCntk😊 ~ Anja

[@anomaly72443]

@waynedrummond6583 wow, you’re a very observant individual! Well Done!!

[@dennissaner2151]

Yes, the poor persons meal.

[@OurGabledHome]

😊👍

[@zell863]

Should you add like 10 time more bacon to it.