Description
A hearty Polish-inspired dish featuring smoky kielbasa sausage simmered with tangy sauerkraut, onions, and seasonings for a comforting meal.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs Polish kielbasa sausage, sliced into 1-inch pieces
- 2 tablespoons olive oil or butter
- 1 large onion, thinly sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 lbs sauerkraut, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup chicken broth (or beer for extra flavor)
- 1 teaspoon caraway seeds (optional)
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 bay leaf
- Salt to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil or butter in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat.
- Add kielbasa slices and cook until browned on all sides. Remove and set aside.
- In the same pan, sauté onions until soft, then add garlic and cook for 1 minute.
- Stir in sauerkraut, chicken broth (or beer), caraway seeds, black pepper, and bay leaf.
- Return kielbasa to the pan and mix well. Cover and simmer on low heat for 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
- Remove bay leaf before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley.
Notes
- For a richer dish, add diced potatoes or apples when simmering.
- This dish tastes even better the next day as flavors deepen.
- Serve with rye bread or mashed potatoes for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Polish