Sautéed Sauerkraut and Mushroom Stew with Smoked Paprika

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A hearty vegetarian stew combining tangy sauerkraut and earthy mushrooms with smoky paprika for a comforting and flavorful meal. This Mediterranean-inspired vegetarian recipe, ready in about 35 minutes, pairs sauerkraut, cremini mushrooms, yellow onion for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 150 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: 10 min Cook: 25 min Serves 4 Mediterranean cuisine 150 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 3 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 1 medium diced yellow onion and sauté for 5 minutes until translucent and soft.
  2. Step 2: Stir in 3 minced garlic cloves and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant, making sure not to burn the garlic.
  3. Step 3: Add 8 oz sliced cremini mushrooms and 1/2 tsp caraway seeds, cooking for 6-7 minutes until the mushrooms release their moisture and start to brown.
  4. Step 4: Mix in 2 cups sauerkraut and 1 tsp smoked paprika, stirring well to combine and cook for 3 minutes until the flavors meld.
  5. Step 5: Pour in 1 cup vegetable broth and bring to a simmer. Reduce heat to low and let cook uncovered for 10 minutes until the stew thickens slightly.
  6. Step 6: Season with salt and black pepper to taste, then remove from heat and stir in 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley before serving.

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