Brats for You or Two
Satisfy your craving for a hearty, home-cooked meal with "Brats for You or Two," a quick and easy recipe perfect for a cozy dinner for two. Featuring juicy bratwurst sausages seared to perfection and simmered in beer for an optional layer of rich, savory flavor, this dish is elevated with caramelized onions cooked to golden sweetness. Served in toasted bratwurst buns and topped with classic condiments like mustard and sauerkraut, this recipe is a celebration of bold, comforting flavors. Ready in just 30 minutes, "Brats for You or Two" is an ideal choice for weeknight meals or casual gatherings, delivering authentic bratwurst charm with minimal effort.
Log this recipe in SnapCalorie
Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces Bratwurst sausages
- 1 medium Yellow onion
- 1 tablespoon Unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 1 cup Beer (optional, for braising)
- 2 pieces Bratwurst buns
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Mustard (optional, for serving)
- 0.5 cup Sauerkraut (optional, for serving)
Instructions
Peel and thinly slice the yellow onion.
In a medium skillet, heat the olive oil and butter over medium heat until melted and combined.
Add the sliced onions to the skillet and sprinkle with salt and ground black pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 8-10 minutes or until the onions are golden brown and caramelized. Remove the onions from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the bratwurst sausages. Sear them on medium-high heat for about 2-3 minutes per side until they are browned.
Reduce the heat to medium-low. If using beer, pour the beer into the skillet, covering the brats halfway. Cover with a lid and let the sausages cook for 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally, until they are cooked through and reach an internal temperature of 160°F (70°C). If not using beer, you can add a few tablespoons of water or chicken broth to avoid sticking.
While the brats are cooking, lightly toast the bratwurst buns in a toaster or warm them in a dry skillet over low heat.
Once the bratwurst is cooked, remove them from the skillet and assemble your dish. Place each brat inside a toasted bun, top with caramelized onions, and add mustard or sauerkraut if desired.
Serve hot and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1178 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 72.2 g | 93% | |
| Saturated Fat | 21.4 g | 107% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 128 mg | 43% | |
| Sodium | 3849 mg | 167% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 92.5 g | 34% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.1 g | 36% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.4 g | ||
| Protein | 39.7 g | 79% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 195 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 8.6 mg | 48% | |
| Potassium | 943 mg | 20% | |
*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.
