Smoked Pork Chop Sauerkraut Boiled Potatoes

Peel the potatoes and cut them into halves or quarters, ensuring even size. Place them in a pot, cover with cold water, add a pinch of salt, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes until tender.

While the potatoes cook, finely dice the small onion.

In a separate saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

Add the drained sauerkraut to the saucepan with the onion. Stir in the juniper berries, bay leaf, and water or broth. Bring to a gentle simmer, then cover and cook for 10-15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.

Heat a frying pan over medium-high heat. Place the smoked pork chops (Kassler) in the pan and sear for 3-4 minutes per side until heated through and lightly browned. Kassler is already cooked, so you are just warming it.

Drain the cooked potatoes. Season the sauerkraut with salt and pepper to taste, removing the bay leaf and juniper berries if desired.

Serve the hot smoked pork chop alongside a generous portion of sauerkraut and the boiled potatoes. Guten Appetit!