Brats Our Style
Juicy, flavorful, and packed with savory goodness, "Brats Our Style" is a must-try twist on the classic bratwurst sandwich. This recipe combines perfectly browned bratwurst sausages with a tangy beer-infused glaze, caramelized onions, and sweet bell peppers, handcrafted for unbeatable flavor in every bite. Simmered in beer with whole grain mustard and brown sugar, these brats absorb a rich, malty depth that's sealed with an optional quick char on the grill. Served in toasted hoagie rolls and optionally topped with sauerkraut for a tangy zip, they are easy to prepare yet sophisticated enough to impress. With just 15 minutes of prep and bold ingredients like lager, garlic, and sauerkraut, this one-skillet wonder is perfect for game day, cookouts, or a cozy night in. Pair these brats with potato salad or chips, and you've got a hearty crowd-pleaser that celebrates comfort food at its finest!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 pieces Bratwurst sausages
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 2 medium, thinly sliced Yellow onion
- 2 medium, thinly sliced Bell peppers (red, yellow, or green)
- 2 cloves, minced Garlic
- 1 can (12 oz) Beer (lager or pale ale)
- 2 tablespoons Whole grain mustard
- 1 tablespoon Brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 6 pieces Hoagie rolls
- 1.5 cups Sauerkraut (optional)
Instructions
In a large skillet or wide pot, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil and 1 tablespoon of unsalted butter over medium heat.
Add the sliced onions and peppers. Cook for 10–15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are soft and caramelized. Remove them from the pan and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of butter. Sear the bratwurst sausages on all sides over medium heat until browned, about 4–5 minutes. You don’t need to cook them through at this stage.
Pour the can of beer into the skillet with the sausages. Add the mustard, brown sugar, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper. Stir gently to combine.
Reduce the heat to low and cover the skillet with a lid. Simmer the sausages in the beer mixture for 15–20 minutes, allowing them to cook through and absorb the flavors.
Remove the sausages from the beer mixture and grill them briefly (optional) over medium heat for 3–5 minutes to achieve a smoky char, or you can simply leave them as-is.
Meanwhile, return the caramelized onions and peppers to the skillet with the remaining beer glaze. Stir and cook for another 3–5 minutes until the glaze thickens slightly and coats the vegetables.
Toast the hoagie rolls lightly if desired. Place a brat in each roll, top with the onions and peppers mixture, and optionally add sauerkraut for an extra tangy kick.
Serve warm with your favorite sides, such as potato salad, chips, or a green salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
630 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 31.6 g | 41% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.5 g | 58% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 65 mg | 22% | |
| Sodium | 1634 mg | 71% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 58.6 g | 21% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.7 g | 17% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.1 g | ||
| Protein | 23.0 g | 46% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 75 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 4.3 mg | 24% | |
| Potassium | 520 mg | 11% | |
*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.
