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creamy kielbasa kraut surprise

(10 ratings)
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Blue Ribbon Recipe by
Rosemarie Zub
@rozemarie
Clark, NJ

I married a Ukrainian and he loves kielbasa and kraut. So about 30 years ago, I wanted to make something for him that wouldn't take too long. I came up with this recipe and it's so delicious! I use the fatback but you can dice up 2 strips of bacon and cook to get the same effect. It's a definite favorite. I make it with and without the vodka.

Blue Ribbon Recipe

Just the make of this kielbasa and sauerkraut recipe says comfort. Sliced kielbasa is cooked with sauerkraut, vodka, shredded carrots, and onions. The sauerkraut and vodka are tangy, while the onions caramelize for sweetness. Sour cream is a surprise that brightens up the flavors and brings the dish together. We opted to use bacon instead of fatback, and that added some smoky flavor. Try serving this with dill potatoes for a wonderful meal.

— The Test Kitchen @kitchencrew
(10 ratings)
yield 2 serving(s)
prep time 20 Min
cook time 45 Min
method Pan Fry

Ingredients For creamy kielbasa kraut surprise

  • 1 slice
    fatback or 2 slices of bacon
  • 1 pkg
    refrigerated sauerkraut, drained
  • 1 sm
    carrot, shredded
  • 1 sm
    onion, diced
  • 1 bunch
    smoked kielbasa, sliced into circles or diced
  • 1 lg
    onion, sliced
  • 1/2
    shot of vodka
  • 4 oz
    sour cream

How To Make creamy kielbasa kraut surprise

  • Fry 1 slice of fatback or 2 slices of bacon.
    1
    In a large frying pan, on medium-high heat, add your fatback (or bacon) and cook. Once crisp, chop and keep it in the pan.
  • Add sauerkraut. shredded carrot, and diced onion.
    2
    Then add sauerkraut, shredded carrot, and diced onion. Cook until translucent and soft.
  • Add sliced kielbasa.
    3
    Add the kielbasa and stir until cooked.
  • Add sliced onion and vodka.
    4
    Add the sliced onion and the vodka.
  • Cook until the onions are translucent.
    5
    Cook until the onions are translucent. Once all is incorporated and cooked, lower the gas to med/low.
  • Add the sour cream. Stir to incorporate and heat until creamy.
    6
    Add the sour cream. Cook until the sour cream is soft and creamy throughout the pan. Mix well. Lower to simmer to get the favors all combined. Then serve.
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