Instant Pot Choucroute Garnie
Instant Pot Choucroute Garnie is a flavorful Continental Desserts & Baking dish prepared with quality ingredients. Toss bacon and oil in cooker insert and select “Sauté.” Cook, turning occasionally, until exterior of bacon pieces are golden brown and some of the fat is rendered, about 10 minutes.
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Easy Prep ≤ 4 steps · Fast & beginner friendly
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Moderate 5–8 steps · Everyday home cooking
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Expert ≥ 9 steps · Multi-step advanced prep
Ingredients Required
Tap or click any ingredient to check off during cookingStep-by-Step Cooking Method
Follow numbered steps for authentic taste and perfectionToss bacon and oil in cooker insert and select “Sauté.” Cook, turning occasionally, until exterior of bacon pieces are golden brown and some of the fat is rendered, about 10 minutes.
Transfer bacon to a plate; set aside.
Add cabbage, onions, and garlic to cooker insert and stir to coat.
Add sauerkraut, potatoes, juniper berries, if using, and caraway seeds; season with 1/2 tsp. salt and 1/2 tsp. pepper and stir to combine.
Tuck in bay leaves, then push bacon down into mixture.
Set ribs on top and season with 1 tsp. salt.
Prick each sausage with a fork in a couple of places and layer over ribs.
Pour in wine.
Lock on lid, making sure steam release valve is in the proper position.
Select “Manual” and program for 13 minutes at high pressure.
As soon as the time has elapsed, turn off cooker, “Quick Release” the steam, and unlock lid.
The ribs and bacon should be tender when pierced with a small sharp knife.
Transfer meat to a cutting board and sauerkraut and potatoes to a platter.
Cut bacon into 1/2" slices, each sausage into 3 or 4 pieces (the skins might have burst but that’s fine), and pork into individual ribs.
Set meat on top of sauerkraut and potatoes.
Serve with mustard and cornichons alongside.
Chef's Secret Tips & Serving Pairings
- Serve hot and fresh as a wholesome non-vegetarian meal.
- Pairs excellently with steamed rice, flatbreads, or fresh salad garnish.