Choucroute Garnie
Choucroute Garnie is a hearty Alsatian dish from northeastern France, featuring a mound of tangy fermented cabbage (choucroute) topped with an assortment of sausages, smoked pork, and sometimes other meats. It's typically simmered with white wine, onions, and aromatic spices like juniper berries, making it a robust and flavorful one-pot meal.
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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is high in protein and fat due to the generous amount of meats, while the cabbage provides fiber and vitamins like C and K. A typical serving can range from 500 to 800 calories, depending on the portion sizes and types of sausages used.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 650 kcal |
| Protein | 45 g |
| Carbs | 30 g |
| Fat | 38 g |
| Fiber | 8 g |
| Sugar | 10 g |
| Sodium | 1800 mg |
| Potassium | 900 mg |
| Iron | 5 mg |
| Zinc | 8 mg |
| Vitamin B1 (Thiamine) | 1.2 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 2.5 mcg |
| Niacin (B3) | 12 mg |
| Phosphorus | 450 mg |
| Selenium | 55 mcg |
Per 1 plate (450 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, Choucroute Garnie is a symbol of Alsatian identity, often enjoyed during festive gatherings and reflecting the region's Germanic culinary influences. Nutritionally, the fermented cabbage offers probiotics that support gut health, balancing the richness of the meats.
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