Sauerkraut is a pickled dish made from fermented cabbage and lactic acid bacteria. Traditionally, it is cabbage fermented in salt. It has a sour taste and is a common side dish in German cuisine.
Variations and Style
Though German in origin, sauerkraut is a popular dish throughout Eastern Europe, served in a variety of styles. Polish and Bulgarian chefs often serve sauerkraut within stews and in dumplings.
It has been a long standing ingredient in the American Reuben sandwich, mixed with thousand island dressing atop corned beef.
Nutritional Facts
- Values for one cup of canned sauerkraut:
- Protein: 1.29
- Dietary Fiber: 4.1 grams
- Sodium: 939 milligrams
- Vitamin C: 33
- (Source: USDA) [1]
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