Brats with Glazed Red Onions
Juicy bratwurst sausages meet sweet, tangy perfection in this recipe for Brats with Glazed Red Onions. Perfect for a quick yet flavor-packed weeknight dinner or a crowd-pleasing summer barbecue, this dish pairs golden-browned brats with red onions caramelized in butter, sugar, and balsamic vinegar. Simmered in beer (or chicken stock) to deepen the flavors, the sausages are tucked into toasted buns and topped with the glossy, savory-sweet onions, a dollop of mustard, and a sprinkle of fresh parsley. With just 10 minutes of prep and a gorgeous balance of hearty and gourmet, this easy bratwurst recipe is a crispy, caramelized masterpiece that's sure to impress.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Bratwurst sausages
- 2 medium-sized Red onions
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Butter
- 2 tablespoons Sugar
- 2 tablespoons Balsamic vinegar
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
- 0.5 cup Beer or chicken stock
- 4 pieces Brat buns
- 4 tablespoons Mustard
- 1 tablespoon (chopped) Fresh parsley
Instructions
1. Slice the red onions thinly and set them aside.
2. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
3. Add the bratwurst sausages to the skillet and cook for 4-5 minutes per side until browned. Once browned, remove them from the skillet and set aside.
4. In the same skillet, add the remaining olive oil and butter. Allow the butter to melt before adding the sliced red onions.
5. Cook the onions over medium heat for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are softened and starting to caramelize.
6. Sprinkle the sugar over the onions and stir to coat evenly. Cook for an additional 2 minutes to allow the sugar to dissolve and begin to caramelize.
7. Pour in the balsamic vinegar and stir well. Let the mixture simmer for 1-2 minutes until slightly thickened.
8. Season the glazed onions with salt and black pepper. Stir to combine.
9. Add the beer or chicken stock to the skillet, then place the browned bratwurst back into the pan. Cover and simmer for 10 minutes, allowing the brats to cook through and absorb the flavors.
10. Toast the brat buns lightly, if desired.
11. Assemble the brats by placing each cooked sausage in a bun. Top generously with the glazed red onions and a dollop of mustard.
12. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley if desired and serve immediately. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2528 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 140.1 g | 180% | |
| Saturated Fat | 42.9 g | 214% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 256 mg | 85% | |
| Sodium | 6143 mg | 267% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 224.3 g | 82% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.5 g | 45% | |
| Total Sugars | 61.7 g | ||
| Protein | 83.4 g | 167% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 378 mg | 29% | |
| Iron | 14.1 mg | 78% | |
| Potassium | 1768 mg | 38% | |
*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.
