Grilled Brats Sheboygan Style
Fire up the grill and dive into the hearty, crowd-pleasing flavors of Grilled Brats Sheboygan Style, a Midwestern classic! Juicy bratwurst sausages are first simmered in a rich bath of beer, butter, and sautéed onions for maximum flavor infusion before hitting the grill to achieve that irresistible smoky char. Nestled in toasted brat buns and topped with tender beer-braised onions, tangy mustard, and optional sauerkraut, these brats deliver the ultimate balance of savory and tangy goodness. Perfect for backyard barbecues, tailgating, or a casual family dinner, this recipe brings the iconic Sheboygan-style grilling tradition straight to your table with minimal prep and a big payoff in taste.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 pieces bratwurst sausages
- 2 large onion
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 cups beer (preferably lager)
- 2 cups water
- 6 pieces brat buns
- 0.5 cups mustard
- 1 cup sauerkraut (optional)
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.5 teaspoons pepper
Instructions
Slice the onions into thin rings and set aside.
In a large pot or deep skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
Add the sliced onions to the pot and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened.
Pour in the beer and water, and stir in the salt and pepper.
Place the bratwurst sausages into the pot, ensuring they are submerged in the liquid. Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce the heat to medium-low and cook for 10 minutes.
While the brats are simmering, preheat your grill to medium heat.
Carefully remove the brats from the pot using tongs, allowing excess liquid to drip back into the pot.
Place the brats on the preheated grill and cook for 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally, until they are browned and slightly charred.
Toast the brat buns on the grill for 1-2 minutes, if desired.
Serve the grilled brats in the toasted buns. Top with the sautéed onions, a generous dollop of mustard, and sauerkraut if using.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3812 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 217.4 g | 279% | |
| Saturated Fat | 86.0 g | 430% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 508 mg | 169% | |
| Sodium | 10010 mg | 435% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 310.5 g | 113% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 23.3 g | 83% | |
| Total Sugars | 45.4 g | ||
| Protein | 129.8 g | 260% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 636 mg | 49% | |
| Iron | 22.8 mg | 127% | |
| Potassium | 2897 mg | 62% | |
*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.
