Instant pot sauerkraut –If you’re looking for a way to spice up your meals while also getting a little funky with your fermentation, then you need to try making sauerkraut in your Instant Pot! It’s like having a mini science experiment in your kitchen, and trust me, your taste buds will thank you!
Easy Instant Pot Sauerkraut
Let’s dive into the delicious world of fermenting cabbage. This is the perfect recipe for those days when you want to impress your friends with your culinary skills without slaving over a hot stove!
Ingredients:
- 1 medium head green cabbage (about 3-4 pounds)
- 1 tablespoon sea salt
- 1 teaspoon caraway seeds (optional, but hey, let’s live a little!)
- Water (if needed)
Instructions:
- Start by chopping that cabbage! Remove any wilted outer leaves and cut the cabbage into quarters. Slice each quarter into thin shreds. You can use a knife, a mandoline, or if you feel particularly adventurous, your food processor.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cabbage shreds with the sea salt. It’s time to get your hands dirty! Massage the salt into the cabbage for about 5-10 minutes until it starts to release its juices. Think of it as giving your cabbage a spa treatment.
- If you’re feeling zesty, toss in the caraway seeds and mix them in. Who said fermentation can’t be fun?
- Transfer the cabbage mixture to your Instant Pot. Push down on it to pack it tightly. If it’s looking a bit dry, you can add a splash of water, but you’d be amazed at how much liquid those cabbage shreds can release!
- Seal your Instant Pot lid and make sure the valve is set to “sealing.” Select the “Manual” or “Pressure Cook” setting and cook on high pressure for 1 minute. Yes, just 1 minute! It’s a sauerkraut miracle!
- Once the cycle is done, do a quick release. Remove the lid and give your sauerkraut a taste. If it’s to your liking, you can store it in jars in the fridge, where it’ll continue to ferment slowly and enhance its flavors.
- Congrats! You’ve just made sauerkraut in record time. Use it on your sandwiches, with brats, or just enjoy it straight out of the jar. Your new fermented friend is waiting for you!
So there you have it! You can now show off your Instant Pot skills with this easy sauerkraut recipe that will knock the socks off your dinner guests. Just don’t be surprised if they start asking for the recipe – it’s that good!
