Warm Apple Sauerkraut Skillet (Printer View)

Golden apples and tangy sauerkraut sizzle together in a comforting skillet salad.

# Components:

→ Produce

01 - 2 medium apples, cored and sliced
02 - 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
03 - 2 cups fresh sauerkraut, drained

→ Pantry

04 - 2 tbsp olive oil
05 - 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
06 - 1 tsp honey or maple syrup

→ Seasonings

07 - ½ tsp caraway seeds
08 - ¼ tsp freshly ground black pepper
09 - Salt, to taste

→ Garnish

10 - 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
11 - ¼ cup toasted walnuts or pecans

# Method:

01 - Warm olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
02 - Add sliced apples and red onion. Cook for 5–6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until apples are golden and onions are soft.
03 - Stir in caraway seeds and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
04 - Add sauerkraut, apple cider vinegar, honey or maple syrup, and black pepper. Toss gently and cook for 2–3 minutes, until sauerkraut is warmed through.
05 - Taste and adjust seasoning with salt as needed.
06 - Remove from heat. Transfer to a serving platter. Sprinkle with chopped parsley and toasted nuts. Serve warm.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The warm caramelized apples create this incredible contrast against the bright tangy sauerkraut that somehow just works
  • It comes together in under 30 minutes but tastes like something that simmered all afternoon
  • That probiotic rich sauerkraut means you're doing something good for your gut while eating something deeply satisfying
02 -
  • Dont walk away from the skillet once the sauerkraut goes in, it only needs a few minutes to warm through and any longer makes it weirdly mushy
  • The honey or maple syrup isn't just for sweetness, it helps the apples caramelize beautifully so don't skip it
  • This dish actually tastes better after sitting for 5 minutes off the heat, giving all those flavors time to make friends
03 -
  • Use a good quality sauerkraut from the refrigerated section rather than canned, the texture and flavor difference is night and day
  • Toast your nuts in a dry pan for 2 to 3 minutes before serving, that extra step makes them taste significantly better
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