Instant Pot Kielbasa, Sauerkraut, and Potato

Instant Pot Kielbasa, Sauerkraut, and Potato
  • PREP TIME
    20 mins
  • COOK TIME
    40 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    1 hrs 10 mins
  • SERVING
    6 People
  • VIEWS
    73

Experience the robust flavors of German comfort food with this quick and easy Instant Pot Kielbasa. Savory kielbasa, tangy sauerkraut, and tender potatoes come together in a symphony of deliciousness.

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    56 g
  • Cholesterol
    113 mg
  • Fiber
    9 g
  • Protein
    26 g
  • Saturated Fat
    22 g
  • Sodium
    2759 mg
  • Sugar
    19 g
  • Fat
    48 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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01 Step

Recipe View 10 mins Turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot) and select the Sauté function. Add bacon; cook until crispy, about 8 to 10 minutes. Remove bacon with tongs and set aside in a bowl. Add kielbasa to the pot; lightly brown on all sides, about 5 to 7 minutes. Remove with tongs and add to the bowl with bacon.

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02 Step

Recipe View 3 mins Sauté onion in the pot until softened, about 2 to 3 minutes, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot. Crumble the cooked bacon and add it back to the pot. Stir in brown sugar until it begins to melt and caramelize.

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03 Step

Recipe View 0 mins Add potatoes, sauerkraut, chicken broth, apple, beer, and salt. Mix gently to combine, ensuring the sauerkraut is somewhat distributed throughout the mixture.

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04 Step

Recipe View 12 mins Close and lock the lid of the Instant Pot. Select high pressure according to the manufacturer's instructions; set the timer for 12 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.

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05 Step

Recipe View 10 mins After the cooking time is complete, allow pressure to release naturally for 10 minutes according to the manufacturer's instructions, then carefully release any remaining pressure using the quick-release method. Unlock and remove the lid.

For a richer flavor, try using smoked kielbasa.
Rinsing the sauerkraut helps to reduce its acidity.
Adjust the amount of salt according to your preference and the saltiness of the chicken broth.
If you prefer a sweeter dish, use a sweeter variety of apple such as Fuji or Gala.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.1/ 5 ( 24 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (4)
  • Antonio Dicki

    I added a tablespoon of caraway seeds, which gave it an even more authentic German flavor.

  • Hipolito Harrisheller

    I substituted hard cider for the beer, and it turned out amazing!

  • Alene Wolf

    The natural pressure release really made a difference in the tenderness of the potatoes. Great recipe!

  • Paula Steuber

    This recipe is fantastic! My family loved it, and it was so easy to make on a busy weeknight.

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