Homemade Sauerkraut

Name: Homemade Sauerkraut
Prep time: 35 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 48
Ingredients: 1 small head green cabbage (about 3 pounds; 1.4kg), trimmed, cored, and shredded, outer leaves reserved (see note); 28g salt (3 tablespoons if using Diamond Crystal kosher salt; if using other brands, measure by weight), plus more as needed (see note); 1 teaspoon (4g) caraway seeds or juniper berries (optional; see note)

Prep Time

35m

Cook Time

Total Time

35m

This homemade sauerkraut recipe uses just a few simple ingredients including green cabbage, salt, and optional caraway seeds or juniper berries for added flavor. Fermented to perfection, this tangy and crunchy sauerkraut is a delicious and healthy addition to sandwiches, salads, and other dishes.