Slow Cooker German-Style Pork Roast with Sauerkraut and Potatoes

Slow Cooker German-Style Pork Roast with Sauerkraut and Potatoes
  • PREP TIME
    20 mins
  • COOK TIME
    8 hrs
  • TOTAL TIME
    8 hrs 20 mins
  • SERVING
    8 People
  • VIEWS
    392

Transform a simple pork roast into a symphony of flavors with this slow-cooked German-inspired delight. Tangy sauerkraut, earthy caraway seeds, and tender potatoes infuse the pork with unparalleled richness, creating a hearty and satisfying meal perfect for any occasion.

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    31 g
  • Cholesterol
    83 mg
  • Fiber
    7 g
  • Protein
    31 g
  • Saturated Fat
    6 g
  • Sodium
    810 mg
  • Sugar
    4 g
  • Fat
    15 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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Recipe View 5 mins Prepare the base: In a slow cooker, combine the quartered potatoes and minced garlic. Season generously with salt and pepper. Toss to coat evenly. (5 minutes)

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Recipe View 5 mins Layer the pork: Season the pork loin roast with salt and pepper. Place the seasoned roast on top of the potato mixture in the slow cooker. (5 minutes)

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Recipe View 2 mins Add Sauerkraut and Caraway: Pour the entire jar of sauerkraut, including its liquid, over the pork roast. Sprinkle the caraway seeds evenly over the sauerkraut. (2 minutes)

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Recipe View 10 hrs Slow Cook: Cover the slow cooker and cook on Low for 8 to 10 hours, or until the pork is fork-tender and easily shreds. (8-10 hours)

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Recipe View 10 mins Serve: Once cooked, remove the pork roast from the slow cooker and let it rest for 10 minutes before shredding or slicing. Serve the pork with the sauerkraut and potatoes from the slow cooker. (10 minutes)

For a richer flavor, sear the pork loin roast in a skillet with a little olive oil before placing it in the slow cooker.
Adjust the amount of sauerkraut to your preference. Some prefer a tangier flavor, while others prefer a milder taste.
Serve with a dollop of sour cream or a side of crusty bread to soak up the delicious juices.
If you like, you can also add sliced onions or apples to the slow cooker for additional flavor and sweetness.

Cecilia Cole

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.4/ 5 ( 130 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (8)
  • Hertha Mohr

    Perfect for a weeknight meal. I just threw everything in the slow cooker before work.

  • Joan Schuppe

    A very hearty and flavorful meal!

  • Brook Zulauf

    This was so easy and my family loved it! The pork was incredibly tender.

  • Juana Brown

    This recipe is a keeper!

  • Casimir Kihn

    My sauerkraut was a little too sour, next time I will rinse it before adding it.

  • Jeff Botsford

    The caraway seeds really make this dish special.

  • Frederique Weimann

    I added some chopped apple and it was a nice touch.

  • Hope Damore

    I used pork shoulder instead of loin and it was fantastic!

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