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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However, people with digestive conditions like irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) may find that sauerkraut worsens their symptoms.
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Cristina Mutchler, Verywell Health, 1 Nov. 2024
When asked about her plans during her time in N.Y.C., Fergie referenced a quintessential delicacy — a hot dog with mustard, ketchup, sauerkraut and relish!
—Janine Henni, People.com, 1 Oct. 2024
Kimchi and sauerkraut, on the other hand, have probiotics and thus belong to the latter.
—Maria Berentzen, Vogue, 28 Oct. 2024
Or, invest in a fermentation crock and turn it into sauerkraut.
—Sarah Kuta, The Denver Post, 9 Oct. 2024
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Cristina Mutchler, Verywell Health, 1 Nov. 2024
When asked about her plans during her time in N.Y.C., Fergie referenced a quintessential delicacy — a hot dog with mustard, ketchup, sauerkraut and relish!
—Janine Henni, People.com, 1 Oct. 2024
Kimchi and sauerkraut, on the other hand, have probiotics and thus belong to the latter.
—Maria Berentzen, Vogue, 28 Oct. 2024
Or, invest in a fermentation crock and turn it into sauerkraut.
—Sarah Kuta, The Denver Post, 9 Oct. 2024
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“Sauerkraut.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/sauerkraut. Accessed 1 Dec. 2024.
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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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