Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
1 lb

sauerkraut

drained

1 unit

onion

chopped

1 clove

garlic

crushed

4 slice

pineapple

chopped

1 tsp

curry powder

1 tsp

sambal oelek

1 unit

red bell pepper

chopped

4 slice

ham

4 ounce

emmenthaler cheese

grated

1 tbsp

breadcrumbs

2 tbsp

butter

Step 1
~4 min

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

Step 2
~4 min

Drain sauerkraut, reserving the liquid. Replace the sauerkraut liquid with pineapple juice.

Step 3
~4 min

Simmer sauerkraut with pineapple juice in a pan for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 4
~4 min

Fry chopped onion and crushed garlic in butter until softened.

Step 5
~4 min

Add curry powder and sambal oelek (or chili paste/pepper) to the onion mixture and fry for 1-2 minutes.

Step 6
~4 min

Drain the sauerkraut mixture (if any liquid remains) and combine with the onion mixture, pineapple chunks, and chopped bell pepper.

Step 7
~4 min

Place small amounts of the sauerkraut mixture onto ham slices.

Step 8
~4 min

Roll up the ham slices to create ham rolls.

Step 9
~4 min

Grease an oven-proof dish with butter.

Step 10
~4 min

Spread the remaining sauerkraut mixture on the bottom of the dish.

Step 11
~4 min

Sprinkle 1/4 of the grated cheese over the sauerkraut.

Step 12
~4 min

Arrange the ham rolls on top of the cheese and sauerkraut.

Step 13
~4 min

Mix the remaining cheese with breadcrumbs.

Step 14
~4 min

Sprinkle the cheese and breadcrumb mixture over the ham rolls.

Step 15
~4 min

Dot the top with small flecks of butter.

Step 16
~4 min

Bake in the preheated oven for 30-40 minutes, or until golden brown and bubbly.

Step 17
~4 min

Serve hot with mashed potatoes.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a crispier top, broil for the last few minutes of baking.

Add a sprinkle of smoked paprika for a smoky flavor.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

20 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

The sauerkraut mixture can be prepared a day in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with mashed potatoes or potato salad.

Serve with a side of green beans.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Mashed potatoes
Green beans
German potato salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Germany

Cultural Significance

Sauerkraut is a staple in German cuisine.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Oktoberfest
Christmas

Occasion Tags

Family dinner
Comfort food

Popularity Score

65/100

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