Sauerkraut platter with sausages, cured meats, and potatoes on a white plate.

Choucroute garnie

France · Europe

Short description
This platter turns fermented cabbage into a full meal with multiple pork cuts, sausages, potatoes, and sharp mustard.
Ingredients
Sauerkraut cooks with wine, aromatics, sausages, cured pork, potatoes, juniper, onion, and mustard on the side.
Cultural note
It is associated with Alsace dining rooms and winter tables, where a large shared platter is common.
Common misconception
It is not just a side of sauerkraut; the garnished platter is built around meats and potatoes too.

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Arnaud 25
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