Uncle Bill’s Sauerkraut Filling for Perogies

May 06, 2023May 6, 20230 3

Uncle Bill's Sauerkraut Filling for Perogies

by The Chefin Main

Prep

20 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

298

Sugar

Fat

18g

Uncle Bill's Sauerkraut Filling for Perogies is a traditional Eastern European fare that has been passed down for generations. It is a dish that is beloved for its savory and tangy flavor, made with sauerkraut, peppers, butter, onions, and garlic. This recipe has been perfected over time and is sure to leave you craving for more. Though it may require a bit of preparation time, it is definitely worth the effort. The dish is filling yet comforting.

Instructions

1.	In a pan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add onions and garlic and sauté for around 5 minutes until slightly brown.
2.	Add in the sweet red pepper, green pepper, sauerkraut, salt, and black pepper. Combine well and cook for about 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally until it becomes a filling.
3.	Let the mixture cool off before stuffing into the perogies of your choice.
4.	Boil the perogies and serve.

PROS

Deliciously savory and tangy flavor.
The sourness of sauerkraut is balanced out by the sweetness of the red and green peppers.
This dish is a traditional and comforting Eastern European fare that never disappoints.

CONS

This dish requires a bit of preparation time and may not be the healthiest given the use of added butter.
Those who are not fans of sauerkraut may find the taste too strong.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Sauerkraut is known for its probiotic properties which promotes a healthy digestive system. It’s packed with vitamin K which is essential for bone health and has a boost of vitamin C to enhance our immune system. Sauerkraut is also low in calories and carbs if you use it with minimum butter.

	4 cups sauerkraut , drained
	1/2 cup butter
	4 garlic cloves , chopped fine
	1 1/2 cups finely chopped onions
	1 large sweet red pepper , seeded and diced
	1 large green pepper , seeded and diced
	1/2 teaspoon salt
	1/2 teaspoon black pepper