Bavarian Sauerkraut Balls (Bayrische Sauerkrautbällchen)

Bayrische Sauerkrautbällchen, or Bavarian Sauerkraut Balls, are a delicious and traditional dish from Bavarian cuisine. These crispy and flavorful sauerkraut balls are perfect as a snack or appetizer, especially when served with a side of mustard or a creamy dip.

Bavarian Sauerkraut Balls (Bayrische Sauerkrautbällchen)

Ingredients

  • 2 cups sauerkraut, drained and finely chopped
  • 1 cup cooked and mashed potatoes
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 egg, beaten
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • Oil for frying

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine the chopped sauerkraut, mashed potatoes, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, beaten egg, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
  2. Using your hands, shape the mixture into small balls, about 1 inch in diameter.
  3. Roll each ball in flour, shaking off any excess.
  4. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Fry the sauerkraut balls in batches until golden brown and crispy, about 3-4 minutes per batch.
  5. Remove the fried sauerkraut balls from the skillet and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil.
  6. Serve the Bayrische Sauerkrautbällchen hot with your favorite dipping sauce or mustard.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
15 minutes
Total time:
35 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
150 per serving
Carbohydrates
10g
Protein
5g
Fat
8g

Supplies

Large bowl Skillet Paper towels

Tools

Cutting board Knife Mixing spoon Tongs

Serving suggestions

Serve the Bayrische Sauerkrautbällchen with a side of sweet mustard or a tangy dipping sauce. They pair well with a cold beer or a glass of white wine.

Tips & tricks

For extra flavor, you can add a pinch of caraway seeds or chopped parsley to the sauerkraut mixture before shaping the balls.

Cost

$10