Kraut

Prep: 30 min Cuisine: Eastern European

A tangy, crunchy homemade sauerkraut with a balanced salty and acidic flavor, perfect for fermentation enthusiasts and those seeking a flavorful, probiotic-rich side dish.

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Ingredients

  • 4 to 5 cabbage heads, chopped
  • 3/4 cup salt
  • 1 cup vinegar
  • 1 gallon water

Instructions

  1. Put vinegar and salt in a saucepan and boil until dissolved. You can add some water from the gallon to help get it dissolved.
  2. When the salt is dissolved, add this mixture to the remaining gallon of water.
  3. Pack sterilized jars with chopped cabbage and cover with the prepared solution, leaving ½-inch of space at the top of the jars.
  4. Put caps on the jars and store in a cool, dry place.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

25 kcal 1% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 0.5g 1% DV
Total Fat 0g
Carbs 4.7g 2% DV
Fiber 0.3g 1% DV
Sugar 3.9g 8% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 9763.3mg 100% DV
Potassium 122.8mg 3% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 53mcg 6% DV
Vitamin C 6.5mg 7% DV
Calcium 38.5mg 3% DV
Iron 0.5mg 3% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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