Scrumptious Sauerkraut Balls Recipe

Name: Scrumptious Sauerkraut Balls
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound pork sausage; 1/4 cup finely chopped onion; 1 (14 ounce) can sauerkraut, well drained and finely chopped; 1/2 teaspoon prepared yellow mustard; 1/4 teaspoon garlic salt; 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper; 2 tablespoons Italian seasoned dry bread crumbs; 4 ounces cream cheese, softened; 2 tablespoons dried parsley flakes; 1/4 cup all-purpose flour; 1 egg, beaten; 1/4 cup milk; 3/4 cup Italian seasoned dry bread crumbs; 6 cups vegetable oil for deep-frying

Servings: persons

1 pound pork sausage
1/4 cup finely chopped onion
1 (14 ounce) can sauerkraut, well drained and finely chopped
1/2 teaspoon prepared yellow mustard
1/4 teaspoon garlic salt
1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
2 tablespoons Italian seasoned dry bread crumbs
4 ounces cream cheese, softened
2 tablespoons dried parsley flakes
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 egg, beaten
1/4 cup milk
3/4 cup Italian seasoned dry bread crumbs
6 cups vegetable oil for deep-frying

1
In a large skillet over medium high heat, fry pork sausage and onion until sausage is evenly brown and onion is soft, about 10 minutes. Drain and allow to cool slightly.
2
Crumble sausage mixture into a large bowl and add drained sauerkraut, mustard, garlic salt, pepper and 2 tablespoons bread crumbs. Combine cream cheese and parsley, and mix into sauerkraut mixture. Refrigerate for 1 hour.
3
Heat oil in deep-fryer to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Shape sauerkraut mixture into 3/4 inch balls. Coat balls with flour. In a small bowl, whisk together egg and milk. Dip floured balls in egg mixture and then roll in remaining bread crumbs.
4
Deep fry in batches for 2 to 3 minutes or until golden brown. Drain on paper towels and serve hot.

3636

kcal

Calories

389

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pound pork sausage, 1/4 cup finely chopped onion, 1 (14 ounce) can sauerkraut, well drained and finely chopped, 1/2 teaspoon prepared yellow mustard, and more.

Yes, Scrumptious Sauerkraut Balls falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Scrumptious Sauerkraut Balls

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