Rustic Potato and Sauerkraut Stew with Smoked Sausage

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-16 · Updated 2026-05-16

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A hearty German-inspired stew combining tender potatoes, tangy sauerkraut, and smoky sausage for a comforting dish. This German-inspired pork recipe, ready in about 50 minutes, pairs smoked sausage, yellow onion, garlic cloves 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.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 35 min Serves 4 German cuisine 380 cal/serving

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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

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Instructions

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.
Step 2: Add 12 oz sliced smoked sausage to the pot and sauté for 5 minutes until edges start to brown.
Step 3: Stir in 3 diced medium potatoes and 2 cups drained sauerkraut, coating everything evenly.
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.
Step 5: Garnish with 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley before serving warm.