Rustic Potato and Sauerkraut Stew with Smoked Sausage

By Lauren Mitchell, Test Kitchen Director · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-16 · Updated 2026-05-16

A hearty German-inspired stew combining tender potatoes, tangy sauerkraut, and smoky sausage for a comforting dish. This german-inspired pork ready in about 50 minutes pairs medium, diced yellow onion, minced garlic cloves, drained sauerkraut for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 12 oz, sliced into 1/2-inch pieces smoked sausage
• 1 medium, diced yellow onion
• 2 minced garlic cloves
• 3 medium (about 1 lb), peeled and diced into 1-inch cubes potatoes
• 2 cups, drained sauerkraut
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 1 tsp caraway seeds
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp chopped for garnish fresh parsley

Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add 1 diced yellow onion and cook for 4 minutes until translucent. Add 2 minced garlic cloves and 1 tsp caraway seeds, cooking for 1 minute until fragrant.
2. Step 2: Add 12 oz sliced smoked sausage to the pot and sauté for 5 minutes until edges start to brown.
3. Step 3: Stir in 3 diced medium potatoes and 2 cups drained sauerkraut, coating everything evenly.
4. Step 4: Pour in 4 cups vegetable broth, season with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 25 minutes until potatoes are tender and stew thickens.
5. Step 5: Garnish with 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley before serving warm.