Sauerkraut Balls (makes about 30 balls). Sauerkraut Balls "These deep-fried, savory little sausage sauerkraut balls were a hit! Serve warm with some Dijon mustard for a finger food that will have Baked Sauerkraut Balls-Here me out, when I go back to Ohio these are the rage (not even kidding). Finally tried one this past trip, and LOVED it.
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Some people say they don't like sauerkraut, those are the ones that also love it! "You can't even taste it!" they say.
You can cook Sauerkraut Balls (makes about 30 balls) using 14 ingredients and 4 steps. Here is how you achieve that.
Ingredients of Sauerkraut Balls (makes about 30 balls)
- You need 1 lb of pork sausage.
- You need 1/4 cup of finely chopped onion.
- It's 1 can (14 Ounce) of well drained and finely chopped sauerkraut.
- Prepare 1/2 tsp of prepared yellow mustard.
- It's 1/4 tsp of garlic salt.
- Prepare dash of black pepper.
- You need 2 tbsp of Italian seasoned dry bread crumbs.
- You need 4 oz of softened cream cheese.
- It's 2 tbsp of dried parsley flakes.
- It's 1/4 cup of all-purpose flour.
- Prepare 1 of beaten egg.
- You need 1/4 cup of milk.
- It's 3/4 cup of Italian seasoned dry bread crumbs.
- It's 6 cup of vegetable oil for frying.
It will be easier to form balls when it's cool and they will hold their shape. Our Sauerkraut Balls are great with KRAFT Thousand Island Dressing for dipping. I have made sauerkraut balls for years, and although good, didn't like all the grease and wanted a healthier version. I made it for a backyard Germanfest and everyone loved them.
Sauerkraut Balls (makes about 30 balls) step by step
- 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..
- 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, mix into sauerkraut mixture. Refrigerate for 1 hour..
- Heat oil in fryer to 375°F Fahrenheit. 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 3/4 cup bread crumbs..
- Fry in batches for 2 - 3 minutes or until golden brown. Drain on paper towels and serve hot..
My son-in-law loves these and has tasted many other sauerkraut balls at actual town German Festivals and he gave. These Sauerkraut Balls are delicious, and even the "anti-kraut" guests will rave. Made with bratwurst, cream cheese, spices and Frank's Kraut. Know that the opinions in this post and the love for their sauerkraut is all my own. Please support the brands that make An Affair from the Heart possible.