Crauti in Sopo

Step 1

Rinse the sauerkraut

Rinse the 600/700gr of sauerkraut under running water to remove excess fermentation flavour. This step is key to balancing the dish’s taste.

Step 2

Sauté the pancetta.

In a large frying pan, heat a drizzle of vegetable oil. Add the 150gr of diced smoked pancetta and sauté until golden brown.

Step 3

Cook the sauerkraut.

Add the rinsed sauerkraut to the pancetta in the pan. Pour in enough water to cover the sauerkraut and cook over medium heat for about 15 minutes. 

Step 4

Prepare the roux.

In a small bowl, mix some vegetable oil and the flour to form a smooth, thick cream. This roux will give the dish its creamy texture.

Step 5

Thicken the sauerkraut.

After the 15 minutes of cooking, add the roux mixture to the pan. Stir well and continue cooking for another ~10 minutes, until the mixture has thickened and becomes creamy.