Sauerkraut is a German preparation made from fermented vegetables. The protagonist of the recipe is cabbage, both green and purple, but it is possible to enrich it with other options, such as carrots, which add sweetness and crunchiness. To make it at home, the list of ingredients is short and the preparation method is simple. You just need to be careful to keep the mixture to ferment for a few days; you will need an airtight glass container to ensure a delicious result. If you’re interested in learning how to make German sauerkraut, check out the recipe below and get to the kitchen:
Homemade German sauerkraut
Time
: 45 minutes
Performance
: 6 servings
Difficulty
: easy
Ingredients:
- 1 medium green cabbage
- 2 medium carrots
- 2 cups (tea) of water
- Salt to taste
Preparation method:
- Start by separating the cabbage leaves from the core, which should be discarded.
- Cut the cabbage into thin pieces and grate the carrot
- Salt the pieces of cabbage and wait for the water to release.
- Place the cabbage and carrot in an airtight glass container and fill it with water
- Store at room temperature for 3-5 days until fermented and ready to serve later.
Source: Terra
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