Ingredients

  • 2 pounds pork chops
  • 1 pound sauerkraut (rinsed)
  • 3/4 cup onion, julienned
  • 1 1/2 cups Granny Smith apple, thinly sliced
  • 2 cups mild stock
  • 1 cup white wine
  • 2 tablespoons caraway seeds (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon juniper berries
  • Salt and pepper
  • 1 tablespoon oil for cooking

Method

  • Heat the oil in a large heavy pot.
  • Season the pork chops with salt and pepper.
  • Sear the pork chops on both sides, remove from the pot and set aside.
  • Add the apples and onions to the pot and cook for 5 minutes.
  • Add the wine, kraut, caraway seeds, and the juniper berries, cooking for 2 minutes.
  • Add the stock, and the pork ribs, bring to a boil and reduce to a simmer.
  • Cover and simmer for 40 minutes.
  • Taste and adjust the seasonings.
  • Tastes great with whole grain mustard.