This slow cooker pork sauerkraut and beer recipe is a savory and comforting dish perfect for a cold winter day. The pork becomes incredibly tender from the long hours of slow cooking, while the sauerkraut and beer create a flavorful and tangy sauce.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs pork shoulder, trimmed and cut into chunks
- 1 large onion, sliced
- 1 can sauerkraut, drained
- 1 bottle of beer
- 1 tsp caraway seeds
- Salt and pepper to taste
Directions
- In a slow cooker, layer the sliced onions on the bottom.
- Place the pork chunks on top of the onions.
- Pour the drained sauerkraut over the pork.
- Sprinkle caraway seeds, salt, and pepper over the sauerkraut.
- Pour the beer over everything.
- Cover and cook on low for 8 hours until the pork is tender.
- Serve the pork and sauerkraut with mashed potatoes or crusty bread.
Interesting Facts
Sauerkraut is a traditional German dish made of fermented cabbage.
Slow cooking pork shoulder results in tender and juicy meat.
The beer adds a rich and robust flavor to the dish.