sauerkraut
noun
sau·er·kraut
ˈsau̇(-ə)r-ˌkrau̇t 
: cabbage cut fine and fermented in a brine made of its own juice with salt
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Susie notes that many familiar foods fall into this category, including yogurt, kefir, sauerkraut and kimchi; aged cheeses like cheddar, gouda and parmesan; as well as miso, tempeh, kombucha, soy sauce, authentic sourdough bread and certain pickles.
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Daryl Austin, USA Today, 23 May 2026
Kefir, sauerkraut, pickles and miso are also fermented foods that contribute different microbes to your diet.
—Samantha Agate, Miami Herald, 23 May 2026
Bell’s practical recommendation is to start with one serving daily — a small bowl of yogurt, a few tablespoons of sauerkraut, half a cup of kefir — and stick with that for several days before increasing portions or adding variety.
—Samantha Agate, Kansas City Star, 20 May 2026
Place the hot dog in the bun, dress with brown mustard, and top with sauerkraut and spicy onions.
—ABC News, 20 May 2026
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Daryl Austin, USA Today, 23 May 2026
Kefir, sauerkraut, pickles and miso are also fermented foods that contribute different microbes to your diet.
—Samantha Agate, Miami Herald, 23 May 2026
Bell’s practical recommendation is to start with one serving daily — a small bowl of yogurt, a few tablespoons of sauerkraut, half a cup of kefir — and stick with that for several days before increasing portions or adding variety.
—Samantha Agate, Kansas City Star, 20 May 2026
Place the hot dog in the bun, dress with brown mustard, and top with sauerkraut and spicy onions.
—ABC News, 20 May 2026
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sauerkraut
noun
sau·er·kraut
ˈsau̇(-ə)r-ˌkrau̇t
: finely cut cabbage fermented in brine
Etymology
German, from sauer "sour" + Kraut "greens"
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