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Sauerkraut Recipe

Inspired by The Biergarten Atlantic City
Time10m
Serves8

Fermented cabbage served with a side of bratwurst.

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Ingredients

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Sauerkraut Ingredients

Method

Sauerkraut Directions

1

Prepare the Cabbage

Remove the outer leaves of the cabbage, then cut the cabbage into quarters and remove the core. Slice the cabbage thinly using a knife or a mandoline.

2

Mix Ingredients

In a large mixing bowl, combine the sliced cabbage, sea salt, caraway seeds, and minced garlic. Use your hands to massage the cabbage for about 5-10 minutes until it becomes wilty and releases its juices.

3

Pack the Jar

Transfer the cabbage mixture into a clean glass jar or fermentation crock. Pack it tightly, pressing down to ensure the liquid covers the cabbage. Leave about an inch of headspace at the top.

4

Ferment

Cover the jar with a lid or cloth and secure it. Let it ferment at room temperature for 1 to 4 weeks, checking periodically to ensure the cabbage is submerged in its liquid. Taste it after a week and continue fermenting until it reaches your desired tanginess.

5

Store

Once fermented to your liking, transfer the sauerkraut to the refrigerator. It will continue to ferment slowly but will keep for several months.