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Sauerkraut

Sauerkraut is a snack german recipe with 19 calories per serving, nutrition details, and step-by-step preparation guidance.

Calories

19 kcal

Total Time

10 min

Servings

1

Protein

0.9 g

Ingredients

  • green cabbage.5 head
  • salt1 tbsp

Instructions

  1. 1

    Step 1

    Finely shred a head of cabbage.

  2. 2

    Step 2

    In a large bowl, massage salt into the cabbage until it releases its liquid.

  3. 3

    Step 3

    Pack the cabbage tightly into a jar, ensuring it is submerged in its own brine.

  4. 4

    Step 4

    Place a weight on top of the cabbage to keep it submerged.

  5. 5

    Step 5

    Cover the jar with a cloth and let it ferment at room temperature for at least a week, or until it reaches the desired level of sourness.

  6. 6

    Step 6

    Once fermented, store the sauerkraut in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Snapshot

Macros and micros at a glance

Calories

19

Protein

0.9g

Carbs

4.3g

Fat

0.1g

Fiber

2.9g

Micronutrients

Iron

1.5 mg

Zinc

0.2 mg

Sodium

661 mg

Calcium

30 mg

Folate

24 mcg

Magnesium

13 mg

Potassium

170 mg

Vitamin C

14.7 mg

Vitamin A

1 mcg

Vitamin B12

0 mcg

Diet and Allergen Guide

Vegetarian

Yes

Vegan

Yes

Gluten Free

No

Dairy Free

No

Allergens

No major allergens flagged

Meal Prep and Storage

Make it easier to prep ahead

Sauerkraut works well as a short-term grab-and-go option when stored in a sealed container in the fridge.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Sauerkraut

How many calories are in Sauerkraut?

Sauerkraut has about 19 calories per serving based on the current ingredient list and serving size on this page.

Is Sauerkraut suitable for vegetarians?

Yes. Sauerkraut is suitable for vegetarians as written.

Is Sauerkraut gluten-free?

Sauerkraut is not reliably gluten-free as written. You can often adapt it with gluten-free swaps if needed.

Are there any allergen ingredients in Sauerkraut?

This recipe does not contain none of the major allergens flagged in this recipe feed, but you should still review packaged ingredient labels for any brand-specific warnings.

Can I make Sauerkraut ahead of time?

Sauerkraut works well as a short-term grab-and-go option when stored in a sealed container in the fridge.

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