Main Course

Kielbasa Biala with Sauerkraut and Apples

Name: Kielbasa Biala with Sauerkraut and Apples
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 55 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: polish
Ingredients: 600 g white kielbasa fresh; 500 g sauerkraut drained; 2 pcs apple peeled, cored, and sliced; 1 pcs yellow onion chopped; 2 tbsp vegetable oil; 0.5 tsp caraway seed; 2 pcs bay leaf; 2 cup water; 1 pinch black pepper freshly ground; 1 pinch salt; 2 tbsp fresh parsley chopped (optional)

This recipe features traditional Polish white sausage, gently simmered and then lightly browned. It's served with a flavorful side of sauerkraut and apples, offering a balance of savory and sweet with a tangy kick.

An original recipe by Forkin

Total time: 55 min
Serves: 4
Difficulty: Medium
Per serving: 633 kcal

Mise en place

Ingredients

600 gwhite kielbasa, fresh
500 gsauerkraut, drained
2 pcsapple, peeled, cored, and sliced
1 pcsyellow onion, chopped
2 tbspvegetable oil
0.5 tspcaraway seed
2 pcsbay leaf
2 cupwater
1 pinchblack pepper, freshly ground
1 pinchsalt

garnish

2 tbspfresh parsley, chopped(optional)

Equipment

large skillet · large pot · cutting board · knife

The method

Step by step

1
Place the white kielbasa in a large pot and cover with water. Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat.
About 10 min
Cook’s note: Do not boil the kielbasa aggressively, as this can cause the casings to burst.
2
Reduce the heat to low and simmer the kielbasa for 15-20 minutes, or until cooked through. Remove from the pot and set aside.
About 20 min
3
In a large skillet or Dutch oven, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the yellow onion and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
About 5 min
4
Add the drained sauerkraut, sliced apple, caraway seed, bay leaf, and water to the skillet. Stir to combine.
5
Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the apples are tender.
About 15 min
6
While the sauerkraut is cooking, lightly brown the cooked kielbasa in a separate pan or under a broiler for a few minutes on each side, if desired, for extra flavor and color.
About 5 min
Cook’s note: Browning adds a nice texture and deeper flavor to the sausage.
7
Season the sauerkraut and apple mixture with salt and black pepper to taste. Remove the bay leaves before serving.
8
Serve the browned white kielbasa alongside the warm sauerkraut and apples. Garnish with fresh parsley, if using.

Per serving

Nutrition

30%Score

Calories: 633.3kcal
Protein: 21.7g
Carbs: 25g
Fat: 49.5g
Fibre: 7g
Sugar: 14.4g

Estimated from the recipe’s ingredient quantities. Values can vary with brands and substitutions.

Keep it good

Storage

Store leftover kielbasa and sauerkraut in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

Reheating

Reheat gently in a pan on the stovetop or in the microwave until warmed through.