GFChris Posted June 3, 2013 Share Posted June 3, 2013 I had sauerkraut for the first time in my life a couple days ago, as a side dish with my lunch. Bought it in an effort to rid my constipation. Two days later, I'm happily going again. I'm on day 6 of my first Whole30.For my taste buds, I didn't love or hate the sauerkraut: the flavor for me will take some getting used to. I want to try to eat it a few days a week, for the digestive benefits.Would love ideas for Whole30 things to mix in with the sauerkraut, making it more palatable than eating by itself. For example, I'm guessing it would be tasty on top of a burger or steak. Any other protein suggestions? Further, would it work in some type of soup or salad? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderators Tom Denham Posted June 3, 2013 Moderators Share Posted June 3, 2013 I eat most of my sauerkraut lately straight from the jar cold with a can of sardines. I like the combination of oily fish with sharp sauerkraut. Another thing you can do with sauerkraut is heat it with apples and raisins. Here is a recipe: http://www.wholelifeeating.com/2011/11/pork-chops-with-sauerkraut-apples-and-raisins/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GFChris Posted June 3, 2013 Author Share Posted June 3, 2013 Great suggestions! Thanks Tom! I love sardines and that apples and raisins combo looks delish! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kirsteen Posted June 3, 2013 Share Posted June 3, 2013 I tried Tom's idea of sardines and sauerkraut a couple of days ago and it's become my go-to breakfast - quick, easy and oh so tasty. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GFChris Posted June 3, 2013 Author Share Posted June 3, 2013 I just experimented with mixing chunks of fresh avocado into sauerkraut.For me, this was pretty good: definitely helped to make it more palatable.Will add this to the list of suggestions so far. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted June 3, 2013 Share Posted June 3, 2013 Another thing you can do with sauerkraut is heat it with apples and raisins. Here is a recipe: http://www.wholelifeeating.com/2011/11/pork-chops-with-sauerkraut-apples-and-raisins/ Tom, are the little guys in the 'kraut still alive when heated. I read about it when I was searching for more probiotics for myself and I thought it had to be raw and cold. This sounds so unappealing to me. Cooked with some sort of pork - yes, please. Cold, I'm still working on it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kb0426 Posted June 3, 2013 Share Posted June 3, 2013 I tried Tom's idea of sardines and sauerkraut a couple of days ago and it's become my go-to breakfast - quick, easy and oh so tasty. Me too! I have been having it with the mustard sardines. Even thinking about it now has me drooling! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Susan W Posted June 3, 2013 Share Posted June 3, 2013 I also lurve sauerkraut straight out of the jar. Add some lemon or mustard sardines and I am yours for life. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pjena Posted June 3, 2013 Share Posted June 3, 2013 I cook it in the crockpot with apples and red cabbage and sausages. It's good and fast. I'm not sure if I can eat it cold. I may try it this summer when crockpot meals just feel too heavy. That would be brave of me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted June 3, 2013 Share Posted June 3, 2013 I cook it in the crockpot with apples and red cabbage and sausages. It's good and fast. I'm not sure if I can eat it cold. I may try it this summer when crockpot meals just feel too heavy. That would be brave of me. I do something very similar. But, I read up on 'kraut when I needed it as a digestive aid at the end of my W30 and learned that the canned stuff is no longer alive. I found a few jars of chilled stuff that had not been killed, but I understood that heating it kills it. I've been pretty brave, but I'm still not so sure about cold 'kraut. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Susan W Posted June 3, 2013 Share Posted June 3, 2013 Oh Nico..cold kraut is so refreshing and light. I cant imagine eating it hot. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cupkayke Posted June 3, 2013 Share Posted June 3, 2013 Cook up some smoked (compliant, natch) sausage in a pan. Add peeled, chunked sweet potatoes and cook until they're soft. Take off the heat and serve with sauerkraut on the side, or mix in the sauerkraut after you're done cooking it. Yummmmm. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
papyrus Posted June 3, 2013 Share Posted June 3, 2013 This is funny to me! I absolutely love cold sauerkraut (hot is okay but cold is my favorite) but I can't imagine eating sardines! Sounds like it's a total winner though so I'll have to give it a try. How does one, um, eat a sardine? Just right out of the tin? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Susan W Posted June 3, 2013 Share Posted June 3, 2013 Yes..right out of the can is so yummy but you can also wrap it in a lettuce leaf slathered with mayo and mustard. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jtandi Posted June 3, 2013 Share Posted June 3, 2013 my favorite is a baked sweet potato split open topped with ghee and saurkraut. yum. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beets Posted June 4, 2013 Share Posted June 4, 2013 Do you all make sauerkraut or what sort do you look for? I like kimchi a lot but can't eat while on AIP (nightshades spices). I have always loved sauerkraut on hot dogs (or cold, as part of a hot dog meal) but I've never bought it except in a can. I'm guessing that's not the best kind? I've seen "artisanal" sauerkraut in stores. (I live in Brooklyn, the "artisanal" capital of the world.) But I'm not sure I need an $8 jar. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GFChris Posted June 4, 2013 Author Share Posted June 4, 2013 I bought mine in a glass jar at Whole Foods. The brand is Gundelsheim and I paid $3.99 for a 28.5 oz. jar. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Physibeth Posted June 4, 2013 Share Posted June 4, 2013 Beets look for something that is raw and in the cold section. There is a local company that sells a bunch of different raw veggie blends at my local food co-op. My favorites are classic kraut, yin yang carrots, and caraway kraut. I want to eventually make my own but I need a space in my kitchen to stay uncluttered/clean long enough to set up a fermenting station. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Physibeth Posted June 4, 2013 Share Posted June 4, 2013 Oh and I just eat mine straight up as a chaser to breakfast every morning. Sometimes I save my bacon to nibble with it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jtandi Posted June 4, 2013 Share Posted June 4, 2013 I buy Bubbles brand (I think?) at WF Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1Maryann Posted June 4, 2013 Share Posted June 4, 2013 I love sauerkraut, but haven't touched a sardine since I was a small child and my mother used to make sardine sandwiches with butter on white bread. Yuck! I may have to give them another chance since you all seem to give them such high scores. Not sure I'd give up my sweet potato hash with homemade sausage for it though. Maybe I'll try it for lunch on my day off. Certainly wouldn't eat them in my store. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Susan W Posted June 4, 2013 Share Posted June 4, 2013 Omg Maryann...I so want a bite of that sandwich. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted June 4, 2013 Share Posted June 4, 2013 Omg Maryann...I so want a bite of that sandwich. Sardines...the next gateway food. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Susan W Posted June 4, 2013 Share Posted June 4, 2013 Nico..so odd but when I am on a W30..on #6 right now..the thing I want is stupid white sandwhich bread. Toss in butter and sardines..sigh. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GoJo09 Posted June 4, 2013 Share Posted June 4, 2013 It never occured to me to eat sauerkraut hot! I guess it makes sense... But I can't eat sardines straight from the can! Mashed up in salad or crumbed in almond flour I can do. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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