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French Vegetarian Sauerkraut Pie Recipe

French Vegetarian Sauerkraut Pie Recipe

The French Vegetarian Sauerkraut Pie recipe is a unique and flavorful dish that I recently discovered and instantly fell in love with.
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Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour
Course: Dinner, Lunch, Main Course
Cuisine: French
Keyword: French Vegetarian Sauerkraut Pie Recipe
Servings: 8 Servings
Calories: 250 kcal
French Vegetarian Sauerkraut Pie Recipe

Equipment

  • Large pan for sautéing vegetables
  • Mixing bowl
  • whisk
  • 9-inch pie dish
  • Oven

Ingredients

  • 2 cups of sauerkraut drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup of grated sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup of grated Swiss cheese
  • 1/2 cup of chopped onions
  • 1/2 cup of chopped bell peppers you can use a mix of red, green, and yellow
  • 2 cloves of garlic minced
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup of milk or a dairy-free substitute for a vegan option
  • 1 teaspoon of caraway seeds
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 pre-made pie crust use a vegan pie crust for a vegan option.

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • In a large pan over medium heat, sauté the onions, bell peppers, and garlic until they are softened.
  • Add the sauerkraut to the pan and sauté for another 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat and let it cool.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, caraway seeds, salt, and pepper.
  • Spread half of the sauerkraut mixture on the bottom of the pre-made pie crust.
  • Layer half of the cheddar cheese and Swiss cheese over the sauerkraut.
  • Repeat the layering with the remaining sauerkraut and cheese.
  • Pour the egg mixture over the layers in the pie crust, making sure it seeps into the layers.
  • Bake the pie in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the filling is set.
  • Let the pie cool for a few minutes before slicing into 8 pieces.

Notes

Tips and Tricks

Make sure to drain and rinse the sauerkraut well to remove excess brine.
Use a pre-made pie crust to save time.
Sautéing the vegetables before adding them to the pie helps to bring out their flavor.
Let the pie cool for a few minutes before slicing to ensure it holds its shape.

Nutrition

Calories: 250kcal | Carbohydrates: 15g | Protein: 11g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 60mg | Sodium: 600mg | Potassium: 240mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 3g
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