Sautéed Cabbage and Sauerkraut
My Sautéed Cabbage and Sauerkraut is an even tastier version of my Grandma's Southern Fried Cabbage. It's an easy way to add so much flavor to your plate!
Prep Time10 minutes mins
Cook Time20 minutes mins
Total Time30 minutes mins
Course: Side Dish, Vegetables
Cuisine: American, Southern
Servings: 8 Servings
Calories: 81kcal
- 1 small head white cabbage about 2-2 ½ lbs
- 1 small onion
- 8 oz can sauerkraut drained and rinsed
- 2 tbs butter
- 1 tbs olive oil
- 1 ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ cup chicken broth
Making the Cabbage and Sauerkraut
Cut cabbage in half, though the core. Making a v-cut from the base, remove core and discard. With the cut-side down on the cutting board, slice the cabbage in about ¼ inch strips.
Cut the onion in half, through the root, and remove thin outer layers. Slice onion in half moons. Separate the rings.
Rinse and drain sauerkraut, squeezing to remove as much liquid as possible.
In a large skillet over medium high heat, melt butter and heat oil. Add onion and sauté for a couple of minutes, just to start to soften it. Add the sauerkraut and sauté another minute. Add in cabbage, chicken broth, and salt and pepper. It will look like it won’t all fit, but it will wilt and reduce in size.
Stir occasionally, as the chicken broth reduces and the bottom layer of cabbage softens and takes on color. Keep cooking, and turning occasionally, until the cabbage is tender and begins to brown on the edges, 10-15 minutes. Season, to taste.
Sautéed Cabbage and Sauerkraut is the perfect side dish for fried chicken, ham, roast, or a St. Patrick’s Day Corned Beef!
Feel free to use bacon fat in place of the butter. I have. Just add it to the oil, which will help keep the bacon fat from scorching.
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
Calories: 81kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 8mg | Sodium: 696mg | Potassium: 270mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 205IU | Vitamin C: 47mg | Calcium: 59mg | Iron: 1mg