Estonian cuisine

Mulgikapsad (sauerkraut stewed with barley and pork)

Sauerkraut slow-cooked for hours with pork and barley groats, served with potatoes.

Well-cooked hot dish

Mulgikapsad (sauerkraut stewed with barley and pork) — Estonian cuisine. Photograph of the dish.

Ingredients

Pork, sauerkraut and barley simmer in a little water for 2–3 hours.

Cook meat right through: steaming hot inside, with no pink parts or pink juices.

Stewed sauerkraut is a safer choice than raw. It is salty and can cause bloating — small portion with blood pressure, kidney or digestive problems.

Your diet during treatment is agreed with your doctor. Sample 7-day menu for the treatment period →

Cool and refrigerate within 2 hours of cooking, and eat within 1–2 days. Divide large batches into small containers so they cool faster.

Once, until steaming hot all the way through; in a microwave, stir halfway.

Constipation. Fibre (pulses, vegetables, grains) may help with constipation — together with enough fluids.
Low appetite. Gives a lot of energy and protein in a small portion — can help when appetite is low.
Taste changes. Aromatic spices, herbs or a little sourness can help when food tastes bland or metallic (if there are no mouth sores).

These are general observations: what suits you can change from day to day.

Phase notes are general. During low counts, follow only your care team’s food rules.

High blood pressure, Heart disease, Kidney disease. Often salty (stock, salty cheese, sausage, pickles). With high blood pressure, heart or kidney disease, discuss salt limits with your team.
Heart disease, Obesity, Liver disease, Stomach and gut. Can be fatty. With heart, liver or digestive disease, or excess weight, discuss fat content and portions with your team.
Stomach and gut. High in fibre. With bowel inflammation, diarrhoea or after bowel surgery, discuss suitability with your team.
Stomach and gut, Lung disease. Pulses or cabbage can cause wind and bloating; keep this in mind with digestive or lung conditions (bloating can make breathing harder).
Stomach and gut. Can be acidic from tomato, lemon or vinegar; keep this in mind with reflux, gastritis or mouth sores.

Nutrition figures from a reliable source have not been added for this dish yet.

Medical disclaimerThis information is for educational purposes only and does not replace medical advice.