Fleky with sauerkraut and smoked pork knuckle – a quick and hearty dinner for a few crowns

Fleky with sauerkraut and smoked pork knuckle – a quick and hearty dinner for a few crowns recept

Name: Fleky with sauerkraut and smoked pork knuckle – a quick and hearty dinner for a few crowns
Prep time: 40 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 250 g wide homemade fleky (or alternatively elbow macaroni or other short pasta); 200 g smoked pork knuckle (cut into cubes); 500 g sauerkraut (from a bag); 1 large onion; 2 tablespoons lard or oil; ½ teaspoon caraway seeds; salt and pepper to taste; a pinch of turmeric

Easy to prepare
4 serving
40 minutes

Jan, 19. 12. 2025

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This simple but tasty dish combines wide homemade pasta (fleky) with gently stewed sauerkraut and pieces of smoked pork knuckle. Thanks to the tangy sauerkraut, fragrant onion and the pronounced flavor of the smoked meat, this dish becomes a beloved family evening classic that will satisfy even the biggest appetites.

For 4 serving

Ingredients

Pasta and meat:

250 g wide homemade fleky (or alternatively elbow macaroni or other short pasta)
200 g smoked pork knuckle (cut into cubes)

Sauerkraut and seasoning:

500 g sauerkraut (from a bag)
1 large onion
2 tablespoons lard or oil
½ teaspoon caraway seeds
salt and pepper to taste

Coloring:

a pinch of turmeric

Preparation procedure

Cooking the fleky In a large pot bring salted water to a boil. Add the fleky and, together with a little turmeric, cook according to the instructions (approx. 8–10 min), until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Preparing the sauerkraut with meat Heat the lard (or oil) in a pan, add the finely chopped onion and fry until golden. Sprinkle in the caraway, stir and sauté briefly.
Simmering Add the sauerkraut and the cubes of smoked pork knuckle, add a little water and simmer over low heat for 15–20 min, until the cabbage softens and the flavors meld. Season with salt and pepper as needed.
Finishing the dish Add the drained fleky to the pan with the stewed sauerkraut and meat and mix everything thoroughly so the pasta is coated with the sauce.
Serving Serve immediately, ideally with a glass of robust red wine or homemade sourdough bread.

Total preparation time

Preparation of ingredients: 10 min
Cooking the fleky: 10 min
Simmering the sauerkraut with the meat: 20 min
Total: 40 min

Servings

4 servings

Conclusion

Fleky with sauerkraut and pieces of smoked pork knuckle represent the ideal combination of simplicity and traditional flavor. Thanks to the short preparation time and accessible ingredients, this hearty dish will be loved by the whole family. Try it for your next family dinner and transport yourself for a moment to the magical world of Czech home cooking.