Beer Braised Bratwurst
Savor the perfect harmony of rich, malty flavors and juicy, savory sausages with our Beer Braised Bratwurst recipe! This crowd-pleasing dish features bratwurst gently simmered in lager beer alongside onions, garlic, and aromatic spices like caraway seeds and bay leaves, resulting in a mouthwatering infusion of bold, hearty flavors. Finished with a quick sear for a caramelized, golden exterior, these bratwursts are served in pillowy buns and topped with tangy mustard and sauerkraut for the ultimate blend of zesty and smoky goodness. Perfect for game day, backyard barbecues, or a cozy comfort food dinner, this 60-minute recipe is as easy as it is irresistible. With keywords like "beer braised bratwurst," "lager beer recipes," "easy bratwurst recipe," and "grilled bratwurst," this dish is primed to elevate your mealtime game.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 pieces bratwurst sausages
- 24 fluid ounces lager beer
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 large yellow onion
- 2 pieces garlic cloves
- 2 pieces bay leaves
- 1 teaspoon caraway seeds
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 6 pieces hot dog buns
- to taste mustard
- to taste sauerkraut
Instructions
Thinly slice the onion and mince the garlic cloves.
In a large pan or Dutch oven, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat.
Add the sliced onions to the melted butter. Sauté them until they become translucent, about 5 minutes.
Stir in the minced garlic and continue to cook for another 2 minutes, ensuring not to burn the garlic.
Nestle the bratwursts over the bed of onions and garlic in the pan.
Pour 24 fluid ounces of lager beer over the bratwursts to submerge them.
Add bay leaves, caraway seeds, black pepper, and salt to the mixture. Stir gently to mix.
Turn the heat down to medium-low and cover the pan with a lid.
Allow the bratwursts to gently simmer for 25 to 30 minutes, stirring occasionally to ensure they cook evenly.
Once the bratwursts are cooked through, remove the lid and increase the heat to medium-high to allow the liquid to reduce for an additional 10 minutes. This will enhance the flavor intensity.
Optionally, brown the bratwursts by briefly preheating a grill or a skillet on high and grilling them for 2-3 minutes per side.
Once they are browned to your liking, remove from heat and serve each bratwurst on a hot dog bun.
Top with mustard and sauerkraut according to preference.
Serve immediately and enjoy this savory delight!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3301 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 185.9 g | 238% | |
| Saturated Fat | 70.0 g | 350% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 450 mg | 150% | |
| Sodium | 8972 mg | 390% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 254.1 g | 92% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 35.4 g | 126% | |
| Total Sugars | 36.6 g | ||
| Protein | 119.9 g | 240% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 775 mg | 60% | |
| Iron | 21.8 mg | 121% | |
| Potassium | 2471 mg | 53% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
