Easy Slow Cooker Pork Roast and Sauerkraut for Good Luck
Make this traditional pork and sauerkraut dish in your slow cooker for tender, flavorful results with minimal effort. This recipe is perfect for a hearty family dinner or for bringing good luck in the New Year.
- Prep Time: 15 min
- Cook Time: 8 hours
- Total Time: 8 hours 15 min
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: German
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 lb pork shoulder roast
- 1 (32 ounce) bag sauerkraut, drained
- 1 large yellow onion, sliced
- 2 large apples, cored and sliced
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon caraway seeds
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Place the sliced onion and apples in the bottom of your slow cooker.
- Place the pork roast on top of the onions and apples.
- In a small bowl, mix together the drained sauerkraut, chicken broth, brown sugar, caraway seeds, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the sauerkraut mixture evenly over the pork roast.
- Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 7 to 8 hours, or on high for 3 to 4 hours, until the pork is very tender.
- Remove the pork roast and shred it using two forks. Return the shredded pork to the slow cooker and stir it into the sauerkraut mixture.
- Serve hot. This pairs well with mashed potatoes or rye bread.
Notes
- Drain the sauerkraut well before using; excess liquid can make the final dish too watery.
- For a richer flavor, you can sear the pork roast on all sides in a hot skillet before placing it in the slow cooker.
- If you prefer a thicker sauce, remove the pork and sauerkraut near the end of cooking, then cook the remaining liquid uncovered on the stovetop until it reduces slightly.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 5
- Sodium: 550
- Fat: 18
- Saturated Fat: 7
- Unsaturated Fat: 11
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 12
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 42
- Cholesterol: 110