Pork Roast with Apples, Beer, and Sauerkraut

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 14

Pork Roast with Apples, Beer, and Sauerkraut for a hearty dinner

by The Chefin Pork

Prep

20 min

Cook

2 hours

Ready In

2 hours 20 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

556

Sugar

19g

Fat

27g

This Pork Roast with Apples, Beer, and Sauerkraut recipe is perfect for a hearty dinner that will satisfy your cravings for both savory and sweet flavors. The combination of these ingredients creates a rich and flavorful taste that is both filling and comforting. The sauerkraut provides a tangy and slightly sour taste that contrasts nicely with the sweetness of the apples and brown sugar. The pork roast is juicy and tender, and the beer adds a depth of flavor that ties it all together.

Instructions

1.	Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
2.	Place the pork roast in a baking dish.
3.	Pour sauerkraut over the roast, then place apples and onions on top.
4.	Sprinkle brown sugar over everything in the dish.
5.	Pour beer over the top of everything.
6.	Cover the dish with aluminum foil.
7.	Bake in the preheated oven for 1 hour.
8.	Remove foil and continue baking until the internal temperature of the roast reaches 145 degrees F (63 degrees C), about 1 more hour.
9.	Remove from oven, let rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

PROS

This dish is a great way to use sauerkraut and apples together to balance out the savory and sweet flavors.

The pork is juicy and tender, and the flavors of the beer give it a rich and hearty taste.

CONS

This dish takes a fair amount of prep time and cooking time, so it’s best for a weekend dinner when you have more time to spend in the kitchen.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Pork is a good source of protein, vitamin B6, and niacin, but it is high in saturated fat, so it should be consumed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.
Sauerkraut is a good source of vitamin C and fiber, and it is also a probiotic food that can aid in digestion and support gut health.
Apples are a good source of fiber and vitamin C, and they also contain antioxidants that may have anti-inflammatory effects.

	1 pork loin roast
	1 can sauerkraut , drained
	2 large apples , cored and quartered
	2 large onions , quartered
	1/3 cup brown sugar
	1 can or bottle beer , or as needed