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January 1, 2019

Slow Cooker Pork and Sauerkraut

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Fix this Slow Cooker Pork and Sauerkraut on New Year’s Day to ensure good luck in the coming year. As a pig roots forward, so will you!

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I’m a born and bred Ohio girl so pork and sauerkraut is tradition for me on New Year’s Day. I never really understood the connection, but in researching it I found several references to a pig rooting forward. Therefore eating pork is thought to keep you moving ahead. 

slow cooker pork and sauerkraut in crock pot

I’d not posted a recipe specifically for pork and sauerkraut yet so it was about time. My secret ingredient in this Slow Cooker Pork and Sauerkraut recipe is apple butter. The sweetness and spice in the apple butter really compliments the tangy flavor of the sauerkraut. It kind of tones it down enough so the kids will be more likely to enjoy this traditional dish. 

slow cooker pork and sauerkraut on plate with mashed potatoes

For purists, you can serve extra sauerkraut on the side – that hasn’t been slow cooked with the pork loin. And of course a big side of mashed potatoes are a must with this main course!

close up of slow cooker pork and sauerkraut

Tips for Slow Cooker Pork and Sauerkraut:

  • Use a six or eight quart slow cooker for this recipe.
  • I used a boneless pork loin for this recipe.
  • This recipe can be made up to two days ahead and refrigerated. I put my cold pork and sauerkraut back into my slow cooker a few hours before serving to slowly reheat it.
  • Traditional mashed potatoes or my party potatoes should be served with this pork and sauerkraut.

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slow cooker pork and sauerkraut in crock pot
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Slow Cooker Pork and Sauerkraut

Fix this Slow Cooker Pork and Sauerkraut on New Year's Day to ensure good luck in the coming year. As a pig roots forward, so will you!

Course Main Course
Cuisine German
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 10 minutes
Servings 8
Calories 375 kcal
Author Foodtastic Mom

Ingredients

  • 3 lb boneless pork loin
  • 1 sweet onion thinly sliced
  • 2 cups sauerkraut
  • 1 cup apple butter
  • 2 tbsp mustard can use whatever kind you have on-hand
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, stir together the onion, sauerkraut, apple butter, mustard, garlic, soy sauce, salt and pepper.

  2. Place the pork loin in the crock of a 6 or 8 quart slow cooker. Top it with sauerkraut mixture. Cook on LOW heat for 8 to 10 hours, until the pork loin is easily shredded with a fork.

  3. Serve with mashed potatoes and more sauerkraut on the side.

More recipes with pork:

  • Slow Cooker Pulled Pork Chili
  • Applesauce Baked Pork Chops
  • Cook Once Eat All Week with Pulled Pork

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  1. Pam says

    January 1, 2021 at 5:28 pm

    5 stars
    I had never heard about the New Years Day tradition of pork and sauerkraut. My boyfriend is from Ohio and explained this tradition. So I searched Pinterest and made this recipe, it was a hit! He had two plate fulls. I served it with mashed potatoes and green beans. It will be made every New Years Day from now on. Thanks!

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    • foodtasticmom says

      January 7, 2021 at 1:22 pm

      I love hearing this! Thank you and I’m glad both you and your boyfriend enjoyed it. Happy New Year!

      Reply
  2. Tiffany Zum says

    January 16, 2021 at 1:53 pm

    I’m from Ohio but have lived away for the past 12 years. Didn’t realize it was a regional thing until now. 😆 at least I’m not alone.

    Reply
  3. LJinPA says

    March 22, 2021 at 12:54 pm

    Can this be done on high for 4 to 5 hours?

    Reply
    • foodtasticmom says

      March 23, 2021 at 1:56 pm

      I think so. Depending on the size of your pork, it may take more than 4 hours to fall apart, even on high heat.

      Reply

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