Are you planning an epic barbecue or half-time party for next weekend? This recipe is sure to get your guests drooling, whether you’re grillin’ in the great outdoors with friends or enjoying a quiet dinner at home with the fam.

It’s delicious and easy to prepare, and full of hearty protein and bacteria to help with digestion.¹ So yeah, you can actually feel good about eating barbecue!

Sauerkraut—or fermented cabbage—is jam-packed with tons of gut-healthy probiotics, which can help fight off digestive problems. Sauerkraut also contains Lactobacillus bacteria, which wages war against bad gut bacteria that can come from eating too many sugars and processed foods. Break out the grill and get ready for a yummy, pro-gut health meal!

Yummy + Share: Sauerkraut and Polish Sausage

Adapted from The Domestic Man
Serves: 2-4
Time: 30 minutes

Ingredients

4 polish sausages (beef or pork, depending on your preference)
2 tablespoons butter or olive oil
1 sliced yellow onion
2 cups chopped sauerkraut, ½ cup sauerkraut liquid
¼ teaspoon caraway seeds
Salt and pepper to taste
Gluten free buns or lettuce wraps

Instructions

Heat the butter in a medium-to-large pan over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and sauté until translucent.

Add the sauerkraut, sauerkraut liquid, and caraway seeds to the pan. Salt and pepper to taste. Cover and let simmer for about 20 minutes.

While the sauerkraut and onions cook, prepare your outdoor grill or indoor grill pan. Bring to medium heat (about 350–400 degrees) and cook sausages for about 20 minutes, or until browned and juicy, turning occasionally.

Once both the sauerkraut and sausages are done, divide between plates and serve side-by-side. Enjoy!

References

1 http://www.nutritionletter.tufts.edu/issues/10_2/current-articles/Discover-the-Digestive-Benefits-of-Fermented-Foods_1383-1.html