Slow Cooker Lancaster County Pork and Sauerkraut
This slow-cooked Lancaster County pork pairs tender pork loin with tangy sauerkraut and the warm, earthy note of caraway seeds. It makes a hearty, comforting meal for New Year's Day or any chilly evening when a simple down-home supper is in order.
- Prep20 mins
- Cook6 hrs
- Serves6
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Slow Cooker Lancaster County Pork and Sauerkraut, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactGood
- 94 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 15 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 90 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 19
- Heart Health
- 85
- Metabolic
- 23
- Digestive
- 23
- Inflammatory
- 55
- Performance
- 55
- General Wellness
- 1
Cut pork loin, if necessary, to fit in the slow cooker. Season with caraway seeds, salt, and pepper to taste. Pour sauerkraut over the roast.
- 2
Cook on High for 1 hour, then cook on Low for 5 to 6 hours. Ensure the roast reaches an internal temperature of at least 145 degrees F (63 degrees C).
- Calories 483.83 kcal High 24%
- Protein 65.28 g Good Source 131%
- Carbohydrate 2.81 g 1%
- Total Fat 21.1 g High 27%
- Saturated Fat 7.41 g High 37%
- Trans Fat 0.19 g High --
- Cholesterol 202.62 mg High 68%
- Sodium 558.16 mg High 24%
- Dietary Fiber 2.62 g Low Source 9%
- Total Sugars 0.0 g --
- Added Sugars 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 24.9 mg Low Source 2%
- Iron 1.6 mg Low Source 9%
- Potassium 1127.92 mg Good Source 24%
- Vitamin A 3.04 mcg Low Source 0%
- Vitamin C 11.6 mg Moderate 13%
- Vitamin D 2.13 mcg Moderate 11%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
No known allergens listed for this recipe. Always double-check ingredients for your needs.
About This Recipe
Slow Cooker Lancaster County Pork and Sauerkraut is made with 7 ingredients and serves 6. It takes about 6 hrs 20 mins and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Black Pepper, Boneless Loin Pork Roast, Caraway Seed, and Pork Roast. Each serving provides about 483.83 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Slow Cooker Lancaster County Pork and Sauerkraut made of?
- The main ingredients are Black Pepper, Boneless Loin Pork Roast, Caraway Seed, Pork Roast, Salt. The full list of 7 is above.
- How long does it take to make Slow Cooker Lancaster County Pork and Sauerkraut?
- About 6 hrs 20 mins in total: 20 mins to prepare and 6 hrs to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 483.83 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Slow Cooker Lancaster County Pork and Sauerkraut easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 7 ingredients and 2 steps.
- Is Slow Cooker Lancaster County Pork and Sauerkraut healthy?
- Slow Cooker Lancaster County Pork and Sauerkraut has an easyChef Pro health score of 64/100. Per serving, it provides 483.83 calories and 65.28 g of protein, or 131% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of potassium. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 558.16 mg (24% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 7.41 g (37% of the Daily Value). Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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