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Estonian Pork with Sauerkraut and Potatoes

A traditional Estonian dish of slow-cooked pork served with sauerkraut and mashed potatoes.

120 minutes4 servings
Estonian Pork with Sauerkraut and Potatoes
Photo: Lilian Lukka · CC BY-SA 3.0

Ingredients

Method

  1. Season pork with salt and pepper.
  2. In a large pot, brown the pork over medium heat.
  3. Add chopped onion and garlic, sauté until softened.
  4. Add sauerkraut and enough water to cover the pork.
  5. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 1.5 hours.
  6. Meanwhile, peel and chop potatoes, boil until tender.
  7. Mash potatoes with butter, salt, and pepper.
  8. Serve pork with sauerkraut and mashed potatoes.
  9. For whole cuts, check a minimum internal temperature of 63°C (145°F), then rest for at least 3 minutes before serving.

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