Slow Cooker Pork and Sauerkraut
This slow cooker pork and sauerkraut is the simplest way to enjoy the New Year's Day favorite. Get perfectly tender, juicy pork with no extra steps!
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Servings: 8
Calories: 218kcal
Equipment
Ingredients
- 3 lbs pork shoulder
- 3 lbs sauerkraut, drained
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 tbsp paprika
- Kosher salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- 2 bay leaves
Instructions
- Pat the pork shoulder roast dry, then season it with salt and ground pepper on all sides.
- Spread half of the sauerkraut on the bottom of the slow cooker.
- Place the pork on top of the sauerkraut and cover the meat with the remaining sauerkraut.
- Add the bay leaves and sprinkle paprika on top. Drizzle with vegetable oil.
- Cover and cook on Low for 6 hours or until tender.
- Pull the pork into pieces and serve with the sauerkraut. Enjoy!
Notes
- Got a few minutes to spare? Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, sear the pork for 2 minutes per side. This extra step makes the pork more flavorful!
- Enjoy your slow cooker pork and sauerkraut with vegetable sides like mashed potatoes, roasted broccoli, or your favorite green salad.
- You can store your Crockpot sauerkraut pork in an airtight container in the fridge for 3 days or in the freezer for 3 months.
Nutrition
Calories: 218kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 22g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 0.02g | Cholesterol: 70mg | Sodium: 1204mg | Potassium: 663mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 469IU | Vitamin C: 26mg | Calcium: 68mg | Iron: 4mg