Zuurkool Met Spek – Sauerkraut and Pork Hocks

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 2

Zuurkool Met Spek - Sauerkraut and Pork Hocks

by The Chefin Main

Prep

10 min

Cook

4 hours

Ready In

4 hours 10 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	3 lbs pork hocks
	1 1/2 lbs sauerkraut
	salt and pepper , to taste

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

4-6

Calories

617

Sugar

Fat

39g

Zuurkool Met Spek, which means sauerkraut with bacon (or pork hocks), is a classic Dutch dish that is often served in the winter months when hearty and warming food is welcomed. It's a simple one-pot dish that is easy to pull together, but it requires a long cooking time to allow the flavors to meld together and the pork hocks to become tender. The combination of salty, smoky, and slightly sour flavors makes this dish a true comfort food that locals love to enjoy with friends and family.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 300°F (150°C).
2.	Rinse the pork hocks and pat dry with paper towels.
3.	Season the pork hocks with salt and pepper.
4.	Put the sauerkraut in a large oven-safe pot or Dutch oven.
5.	Nestle the pork hocks on top of the sauerkraut.
6.	Cover the pot and bake in the oven for about 4 hours, or until the pork hocks are tender and falling off the bone.
7.	Serve hot with boiled potatoes, mustard, and a cold beer.

PROS

This traditional Dutch dish is hearty, flavorful, and easy to make.

The long cooking time means that the pork hocks become very tender and flavorful.

Sauerkraut is rich in probiotics, which supports gut health and overall wellbeing.

CONS

Pork hocks can be high in fat and calories, so this dish should be enjoyed in moderation.

Sauerkraut can be an acquired taste and may not be to everyone’s liking.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this dish isn’t exactly a health food, it does have some nutritional benefits. Sauerkraut is high in vitamin C, which supports immune function, and fiber, which helps regulate digestion. Pork hocks are a good source of protein, which is essential for muscle growth and repair.