Homemade Choucroute Garni

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Very Healthy
Health score
75%
Homemade Choucroute Garni
45 min.
12
1362kcal

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Homemade Choucroute Garni: A Flavorful and Healthy Twist on a Classic Recipe

Discover the delightful taste of Homemade Choucroute Garni, a traditional Alsatian dish that's been reimagined with a modern twist. This recipe, boasting a healthy recipe health score of 75, is not only a treat for your taste buds but also a nutritious option for a fulfilling lunch, dinner, or main course. Perfect for gatherings and family meals, this dish serves 12 and is ready in just 45 minutes.

With its gluten-free and dairy-free nature, this recipe caters to various dietary needs while maintaining a well-balanced caloric breakdown. At 1362 kcal per serving, it offers a satisfying and hearty meal without compromising on health. The dish is packed with protein (14.44%), fat (70.09%), and carbs (15.47%), ensuring a comprehensive and energizing dining experience.

Prepare to indulge in the rich flavors of smoked bacon, savory sausages, and aromatic herbs, all simmered to perfection in a Dutch oven. The use of homemade or low-sodium chicken broth not only enhances the dish's taste but also contributes to its wholesome and very healthy profile.

Whether you're a cooking enthusiast or looking to explore new culinary horizons, Homemade Choucroute Garni is the perfect recipe to impress your guests and nourish your loved ones. So, grab your ingredients, and let's get cooking!

Ingredients

  • 1.5 pounds bacon smoked
  •  bay leaves 
  • 25  peppercorns whole black
  •  carrots peeled
  • cups chicken broth low-sodium homemade canned
  • 1.5 teaspoons coriander seeds 
  • 1.5 pounds roasted sunflower seeds 
  • 1.5 pounds roasted sunflower seeds dried rinsed
  • sprigs parsley fresh
  • sprigs thyme sprigs fresh
  • 0.3 cup garlic finely minced
  • 0.5 cup goose fat 
  • 15  juniper berries 
  • medium onion sliced
  • pound pork butt smoked
  • small potatoes - remove skin red peeled
  • 1.5 cups wine dry white
  • teaspoons salt 
  •  sausage smoked
  • 16 ounces sausage 
  •  ground veal white

Equipment

  • dutch oven

Directions

  1. Add wine, chicken stock, and 2 cups water to Dutch oven; stir to combine.
  2. Add dry-salted bacon, smoked bacon, pig's knuckles, pork butt, carrots, garlic, salt, and bouquet garni.
  3. Lay washed and drained sauerkraut on top of mixture in Dutch oven.
  4. Add enough cold water to bring liquid to 1 inch below sauerkraut. Cover, increase heat to high, and bring liquid to boil. Reduce heat to low; cook at strong simmer for 1 1/2 hours.

Nutrition Facts

Calories1362kcal
Protein14.44%
Fat70.09%
Carbs15.47%

Properties

Glycemic Index
23.65
Glycemic Load
1.67
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
58.383478454922%

Flavonoids

Malvidin
0.02mg
Catechin
0.23mg
Epicatechin
0.17mg
Hesperetin
0.12mg
Naringenin
0.11mg
Apigenin
1.09mg
Luteolin
0.18mg
Isorhamnetin
1.84mg
Kaempferol
0.29mg
Myricetin
0.14mg
Quercetin
8.27mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:1362.27kcal
68.11%
Fat:107.79g
165.83%
Saturated Fat:22.55g
140.91%
Carbohydrates:53.55g
17.85%
Net Carbohydrates:40.09g
14.58%
Sugar:7.21g
8.01%
Cholesterol:116.53mg
38.84%
Sodium:1672.29mg
72.71%
Alcohol:3.09g
100%
Alcohol %:0.75%
100%
Protein:49.97g
99.93%
Vitamin E:30.42mg
202.77%
Phosphorus:1666.36mg
166.64%
Selenium:113.3µg
161.86%
Manganese:2.76mg
137.94%
Copper:2.39mg
119.62%
Vitamin B5:9.78mg
97.8%
Vitamin B6:1.78mg
88.87%
Vitamin B3:17.17mg
85.83%
Folate:301.08µg
75.27%
Zinc:9.99mg
66.61%
Potassium:2064.74mg
58.99%
Vitamin A:2697.5IU
53.95%
Fiber:13.47g
53.87%
Vitamin B1:0.8mg
53.14%
Magnesium:207.27mg
51.82%
Iron:7.05mg
39.19%
Vitamin B2:0.63mg
36.95%
Vitamin C:17.55mg
21.28%
Vitamin B12:1.23µg
20.56%
Vitamin K:17.48µg
16.65%
Calcium:132.82mg
13.28%
Vitamin D:1.31µg
8.76%