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Sauerkraut Hot Dog Topping is a perfect addition to grilled plant-based sausages, veggie hot dogs, even carrot dogs!

5 simple ingredients and 5 minutes of cooking time are all you need for this quick and easy recipe.

Perfect for your 4th of July cookout or Oktoberfest celebration!

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I have been making this sauerkraut topping every 4th of July holiday for years and recently added it to my Oktoberfest menu collection of recipes.

My favorite way to serve this is on top of grilled vegan sausages in pretzel buns. There is just something about that distinct combination of flavors – sausage, pretzels, and sauerkraut – that I love.

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I like this recipe because the sauerkraut actually doesn’t have a strong sour taste to it. The bitterness so frequently associated with sauerkraut is reduced significantly by rinsing it thoroughly with water then draining well prior to cooking.

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Ingredients for Sauerkraut Hot Dog Topping

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You will need:

  • 16 ounces sauerkraut, rinsed and drained
  • 1/4 cup sweet pickle relish
  • 2 tablespoons light brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
  • 1/2 teaspoon fennel seed

How to Make Sauerkraut Hot Dog Topping

STEP ONE: In a medium-size saucepan over low heat, stir together the sauerkraut, relish, brown sugar, yellow mustard, and fennel seed.

STEP TWO: Cook, stirring frequently for 5 minutes, or until heated through then serve.

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Quick Tip For Success

Do not skip rinsing the sauerkraut! This step is critical to the success of the recipe! Failure to thoroughly rinse the sauerkraut will result in a strong sour and acidic taste that some might find overpowering.

Drain the sauerkraut! This step is just as important as rinsing. You want the sauerkraut drained well, to the point that it is no longer dripping when you pick it up. Failure to adequately drain the sauerkraut will result in a mixture that has too much liquid and no one wants to eat a grilled veggie hot dog or sausage on wet bread.

FAQ

Can this be made in advance?

Yes! This sauerkraut topping can be made a day in advance and kept covered in the refrigerator. Reheat in the microwave or over low heat on the stovetop.

Storage

Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

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Sauerkraut Hot Dog Topping

5 simple ingredients and 5 minutes of cooking time are all you need for this quick and easy recipe! Perfect for grilled veggie sausages or hot dogs!

5 from 16 votes

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Course: Side Dish

Cuisine: American, German

Keyword: condiments, vegan

Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 5 minutes minutes

Total Time: 10 minutes minutes

Servings: 6

Calories: 45kcal

Author: Holly Gray

Ingredients

  • 16 ounces sauerkraut rinsed and drained
  • 1/4 cup sweet pickle relish
  • 2 tablespoons light brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
  • 1/2 teaspoon fennel seed

Instructions

  • In a medium-size saucepan over low heat, stir together the sauerkraut, relish, brown sugar, yellow mustard, and fennel seed.

  • Cook, stirring frequently for 5 minutes, or until heated through then serve.

Nutrition

Calories: 45kcal | Carbohydrates: 11g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 612mg | Potassium: 143mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 140IU | Vitamin C: 11mg | Calcium: 30mg | Iron: 1mg

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  1. Ashley

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    Yummy!! I don’t eat much sauerkraut but this sounds perfect for a hot dog topping! 🙂

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    • thiswifecooks

      Yes! This is my go-to topping when we do veggie dogs as part of a cookout.

  2. Katie

    Sauerkraut Hot Dog Topping ~ 5 Minute Recipe ~ This Wife Cooks™ (11)
    The perfect hot dog topping! This is absolutely delicious!

    Reply

  3. nancy

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    what a great recipe for bbq parties

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  4. Matej @ CookWeWill.Com

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    I love sauerkraut and it goes really well with a hot dog! The fennel seeds give it an extra layer of flavor, I love it!

    Reply

    • thiswifecooks

      I agree! Thank you so much!

  5. Natalie

    Sauerkraut Hot Dog Topping ~ 5 Minute Recipe ~ This Wife Cooks™ (14)
    These hot dogs are a hit lately in our home. Kids loved it and keep asking when will I make it again, thank you for a lovely recipe!

    Reply

    • thiswifecooks

      Lol, I love it! Keep those kids happy! 🙂

  6. Gina

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    YUM! Wonderful way to top at dog!

    Reply

  7. Katie

    Sauerkraut Hot Dog Topping ~ 5 Minute Recipe ~ This Wife Cooks™ (16)
    I love sauerkraut, and this was fantastic! It tastes great on hot dogs, sandwiches, and burgers!

    Reply

  8. Nancy

    Sauerkraut Hot Dog Topping ~ 5 Minute Recipe ~ This Wife Cooks™ (17)
    Perfect hot top or burger topping I can make ahead. Everyone kept asking for more at our annual bbq party. Thanks

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  9. Big John CHA

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    This looks Super Bowl-perfect. If I can’t get fennel seed in time, I hope celery seed will work.

    Reply

    • thiswifecooks

      Great idea! I haven’t tried this with celery seed but it sounds good. Which did you go with?

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Sauerkraut Hot Dog Topping ~ 5 Minute Recipe ~ This Wife Cooks™ (2024)

FAQs

Do you put sauerkraut on hot dogs warm or cold? ›

Warm sauerkraut that's lightly seasoned with brown sugar, salt and pepper adds so much flavor to hot dogs. Simply serve sauerkraut on top of mustard, ketchup, relish or any other toppings of choice. Freshly warmed or leftover weiner dogs can be chopped up and mixed into a warm bed of sauerkraut for quick dinner.

What is a hot dog with sauerkraut called? ›

Unlike your typical hot dog topped with ketchup and mustard, the New York Hot Dog is topped with sauerkraut, onion sauce, and spicy brown mustard. To say it's packed full of flavor is an understatement!

What do New Yorkers put on their hot dogs? ›

All-beef hot dogs are nestled into a soft hot dog bun, topped with a homemade onion relish, sauerkraut, and brown mustard. The hot dogs are boiled just like they are on the street cart, but you can also grill them or cook them on a skillet.

How do you heat sauerkraut without killing bacteria? ›

Although heat does kill the good bacteria living in your sauerkraut, it only happens at 46°C (115°F). So if you're cooking at a very, very low temperature, you should still retain a large amount of these probiotics. Another solution could be to add your sauerkraut or kimchi to a cooked meal near the end.

Does sauerkraut lose its benefits when heated? ›

One important issue to remember is that cooking sauerkraut will kill off the probiotic bacteria that we want to consume. Even after cooking, sauerkraut is a healthy, cabbage-based dish, but it will be missing out on that probiotic boost. So, when possible, try to add your sauerkraut to your dishes uncooked.

Is sauerkraut and wieners healthy? ›

Here's why a quality sausage like McLean's Turkey Kielbasa, when eaten with sauerkraut, is the perfect meal: the combo is packed with protein and probiotics, and is super low in calories and carbs.

Do you drain sauerkraut before cooking? ›

My only suggestion is to always rinse sauerkraut using warm water and drain well. I've also made this recipe using white wine and beef broth instead of sherry and chicken stock.

What is a Georgia hot dog? ›

In Columbus, Georgia, a local favorite is the "scrambled dog," the exemplar of which was first served at the Dinglewood Pharmacy by "The Lieutenant" Charles Stevens over 50 years ago. The scrambled dog is a chopped hot dog covered by chili, onions and pickles with an accompanying portion of oyster crackers.

What is a Ohio style hot dog? ›

Cheesy Coney – Cincinnati, Ohio
  • 1 lb. Zweigle's Texas Pop Open or Skinless Texas Hot Dogs.
  • Mustard.
  • 1/2 cup diced onion.
  • 2 cups Cincinnati-style chili.
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese.
  • 6-8 hot dog rolls.

What is America's favorite hot dog? ›

The survey also showed that New York style (all-beef hot dog topped with steamed onions and a pale, deli-style yellow mustard) is the most popular regional style, followed closely by the Chicago style (all-beef hot dog layered with yellow mustard, dark green relish, chopped raw onion, pickle spear, sport peppers, ...

What is a Texas hot dog? ›

In its simple, classic form, the Hot Texas Wiener is an all-beef hot dog "blanched" or par-cooked in 350-degree vegetable oil in a fry basket for a few minutes, cooked by another hot vegetable-oil bath in a tilted steel pan until done, and then placed in a bun, topped (in strict order) with a spicy, ballpark-style ...

What is an Atlanta style hot dog? ›

Remove from grill, place hot dogs inside buns. Layer with Classic Creamy Cole Slaw, Billy's Kickin' Cowboy Chili, onion, and mustard. Enjoy!

Is sauerkraut better warm or cold? ›

Heating sauerkraut at or above 46 degrees. kills any good bacteria. created during the fermentation process. So next time you tuck in for some cabbage goodness, it's best to have it cold.

Is sauerkraut supposed to be heated? ›

It can be eaten raw or cooked; in fine-dining restaurants, it's sometimes even served drenched in champagne.

What can you put sauerkraut on besides hot dogs? ›

Our Favorite Uses for Sauerkraut
  1. Smoothies: We're serious! ...
  2. Tuna salad: Love dill pickle relish in your tuna salad? ...
  3. Deviled eggs: Minced sauerkraut could be the new secret ingredient to your deviled eggs. ...
  4. Grilled cheese: Elevate your grilled cheese sandwich with the addition of sauerkraut.

Is it better to hot pack or cold pack sauerkraut? ›

Sauerkraut should be canned shortly after you ferment it. You can use either hot pack or raw pack methods, but either way, a boiling water canner is the only type of canner you should use for this particular project. Keep reading to learn more.

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